Intraoperative Care Technician – Main Operating Room (PM) 1500-2300
Job ID:
R205847
Shift:
2nd
Full/Part Time:
Full_time
Pay Range:
$20.80 – $31.20
Location:
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital – 1775 Dempster St
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate’s job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
PM Shift 3pm-11:30pm
Job Description:
To assist in providing quality patient care in a manner which is patient focused, technically appropriate and cost effective. The Intraoperative Care Technician (ICT) works under the direct supervision of the registered nurse in accordance with the standards of practice, within the guidelines of the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and the mission and philosophy of Lutheran General Hospital. The ICT works in collaboration with the registered nurse as a partner in care of patients. The ICT recognizes the needs and behaviors of patients and various age groups and provides care in a manner that is appropriate. The ICT strives for quality patient care which assures the customer is treated in a holistic manner with dignity and respect.
Major Responsibilities:
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Provides general patient care duties as directed by the registered nurse.
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Performs tasks related to sterility with an understanding of sterile technique.
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Performs tasks related to pre-operative preparation.
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Under direction and supervision of Registered Nurse performs surgical scrub assistant duties in cystoscopy room.
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Performs tasks related to intra-operative support.
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Performs unit secretary(US) duties as assigned. The Unit Information Secretary serves to facilitate unit operations through accurate oversight and effective management of patients' medical records (electronic and non-electronic), coordination of services, supplies and the appropriate transcription of written orders.
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Patient care support functions.
Education/Experience Required:
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High school diploma or equivalent. Certified Nursing Assistant preferred but not required OR Nursing student 1 year clinical experience
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BLS/CPR required to have upon hire
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
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Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing. Courteous and professional interpersonal skills. Basic math calculation.
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N/A
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
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Ability to work under stressful conditions and in difficult situations. May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases. Ability to perform lifting/transfer activities related to patients (up to 50 lb. may be required). Ability to work designated shifts including weekends and holidays. Ability to transport objects from one location to another. This position needs to recognize needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated. Ability to assume on-call responsibility. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to communicate with mask on and not facing others.
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If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Advocate Health Care is the largest health system in Illinois and a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. One of the state’s largest private employers, the system serves patients across 11 hospital locations, including two children’s campuses, and more than 250 sites of care. Advocate Health Care, in addition to Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin and Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, is now a part of Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides nearly $5 billion in annual community benefits.
