Surgical Allied Training Coordinator- Full Time

Surgical Allied Training Coordinator- Full Time

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

• Provides technical care for patients within the assigned unit of the hospital in support of medical care as directed by medical staff and pursuant to the objectives and policies of the hospital. The Surgical Allied Training Coordinator is responsible for supervising and training allied personnel assigned in collaboration with the operating room management team.

SUPERVISION: Reports directly to the Director of Surgical Services and/or Executive Director of Preoperative Services

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Liaison between the Surgery Department and Sterile Processing Department
• Supervise training of newly hired Scrub Techs & OR Assistants.
• Daily rounding and providing performance feedback to employees as required.
• Provide input into performance appraisals, conduct quality inspections, participate in interviews, Inspect the physical condition of the facility, and take appropriate corrective actions.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals that contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
• Assist with moving the patient to the operating room and position them on the operating table.
• After the operation is complete, helps clean the operating room, ensures re-sterilizing of all equipment, surfaces, and materials used during the procedure.
• Responsible for call rotation with the Scrub Techs routinely

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High School graduate or GED required.
• Sterile Technique and NBSTSA or NCCT certification required.
• MS Office - Word, and Excel required.
• 5 Years minimum experience as a Surgical Technician including 1 Year minimum supervisory experience in sterile processing required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak intelligible English; Ability to communicate with employees, vendors, and other medical personnel.
• Capable of clear and succinct verbal and written communications; Possess a high level of patience and tenacity; Capable of rapid problem identification and resolution.
• Requires emotional stability and maturity; Must be adaptable to change, be decisive, and demonstrate foresight; Exhibits organizational and leadership ability.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Moderate amount of lifting and positioning of patients and equipment.
• Ability to walk frequently and stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to work various shifts for extended periods as determined by the director.
• Ability to see objects closely and hear normal sounds with some background noises.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to perform duties requiring standing, walking, stooping, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

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