Perioperative Tech

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance is one of the nation's largest orthopedic networks. TOA offers comprehensive medical and surgical treatment of bone, joint and soft tissue disorders. Our treatment is compassionate, conservative and prompt, providing patients with the specialized orthopedic care they deserve.

There are numerous reasons why TOA is an employer of choice; here are a few of them:

• Stability and Growth - TOA promotes long-term employment in positions as well as growth opportunities for those who want to further their career goals.
• Impact - TOA's team members use our careers - whether in our clinics or our business office - to make a positive difference in the community by building relationships and positively impacting patient lifestyles.
• Work Environment - The TOA team focuses on cultivating an excellent working environment; one of positivity, collaboration, job satisfaction, and engagement.
• Total Rewards - TOA offers competitive salaries based on the current East Tennessee wage market, plus a comprehensive benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Paid Time Off, Extended Illness Bank and more. Our 401(k) plan provides a company match, safe harbor match and profit-sharing match to go along with your contributions.

Description: The Surgery Attendant role will assure effective cleanliness of the department and to maintain adequate inventory of supplies pertinent to the departmental operation.

• Maintain Linen Supply- adequately stocked warming cabinet
• Maintain appropriate departmental supplies as needed
• Routine cleaning to include
• Dust all horizonal surfaces with hospital approved disinfectant between surgical procedures
• Mop Operating Room floors with hospital approved disinfectant between surgical procedures
• Dispose of contaminated linen and trash appropriately
• Provide clean receptacles for linen and trash disposal in all areas of department at all times
• Keep rooms and hallways clear of surplus equipment and/or furniture
• Maintain scrub sinks clean and stocked
• Maintain lounges, conference rooms in orderly fashion
• Damp dust anesthesia equipment daily with hospital approved disinfectant
• Maintain clean and functional suction receptacles
• Keep walls and cabinets free of soil
• Leave operating beds and gurneys covered with clean linen after cleaning
• Safety straps and stirrup straps are to be clean at all times
• Damp dust auto claves with hospital approved disinfectant
• May prepare designated surgical suite for Total Joint Arthroplasty using established procedure when requested
• May provide furniture and equipment pertinent to scheduled surgical procedure to surgical suite.
• Remove sterile supplies from Central Sterile shelves prior to "sterility" outdate
• Transport patients to surgery and PACU as requested
• Report damaged equipment to Clinical Director immediately
• Wear designated surgical attire
• Assume additional duties as may be assigned.

Requirements

Here are some of the qualifications our successful candidates possess:

• Focused on Patient Satisfaction:
• Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Builds morale and supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems independently and in a timely manner; Develops alternative solutions when appropriate.
• Productivity: Meets or exceeds organizational productivity standards; Completes work in a timely manner; Works quickly, precisely, and meticulously; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Attendance/Punctuality: Consistently arrives to work on time.
• Experience: Previous successful experience in a healthcare clinic/office environment or customer service role preferred, but not required
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Lifting Requirements

Must be able to lift 40 lbs. frequently and/or carry objects weighing the same. Must be able to walk and/or stand for extended periods.

TOA is an equal opportunity employer. TOA conducts background checks on applicants who accept employment offers.

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