General Summary of Position

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is looking for a part-time OR Operations Control Clerk in the Operating Room. This position is every Saturday from 7:00AM - 7:00PM and Sunday from 7:00AM - 5:00PM.

The incumbent in this position coordinates communications and functions of the individual surgical suite control desk (Inpatient OR, SDS, Endourology) to ensure a smooth running, efficient surgical schedule. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.

What you will do

Informs Charge Nurse of changes in daily elective schedule and of add on (urgent, emergent) cases; keeps Master OR Schedules and computerized scheduling system up to date regarding changes and pertinent information.

Verifies and communicates any changes in surgical times, procedures and status of patient with OR Nursing personnel, Nursing Units, attending physicians, residents, Anesthesia, Admissions and OR ancillary staff.

Initiates calls for assistance during emergencies in the operating suite (codes, Anesthesia, disaster plans, etc.) and immediately reports technical problems effecting equipment, alarm systems, etc. to appropriate persons and/or department.

Informs Nursing Units to premedicate surgical patients as appropriate and sends for patients going directly into Operating Room, Inpatient Holding, Endourology, SDS exam rooms and/or Pediatric Discharge Lounge.

Maintains and operates the intercom and the automated systems used to retrieve reports, room assignments and order entry for lab requests; operates pneumatic tube system to send and retrieve items from main lab, General OR and as appropriate in SDS and Endourology; maintains adequate supply of record packs and requisitions and prepares OR record requests specific to the patient and procedure.

Verifies status of blood availability with the blood bank as appropriate and communicates need for blood and blood components as requested.

Verifies receipt of x rays for patients on the operative schedule; requests additional x rays or X ray Technologist as needed.

Initiates requests to Anesthesia and OR Ancillary personnel to clean rooms after each procedure.

Exemplifies Guest and Staff Relations standards in all activities.

Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all-inclusive.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED, Required.

2 years hospital work experience as a medical secretary or a unit secretary, including one year operations control clerk experience, Required.

1-2 years O.R. certified tech experience and experience in an acute care facility, Preferred.

Medical/surgical terminology, Required.

Experience working with multiple telephone lines highly desirable; effective oral and written communication skills.

Office skills, which include knowledge and operational use of, automated systems, and pneumatic tube system.

Ability to maintain emotional controls and functions in a very high activity area and under stress during emergent and non-emergent situations.

Why MedStar Health?

At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

* Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.

* Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.

* Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.

* More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.

About MedStar Health

MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.

MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.