OR Technician / Transporter

Provides safe transport of patients to and from the operating rooms. Manages transport and storage of equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize tasks to ensure effective functioning within the area.
• Follow the chain of command when reporting incidents or concerns.
• Manage workload efficiently and complete correspondence promptly.
• Maintain a safe working environment by strictly adhering to Hospital Policies and Procedures regarding safety, infection control, and security.
• Coordinate patient flow within the Operating Room and facilitate transfer of equipment from other departments under the guidance of the Holding Bay Nurse and Unit Coordinator.
• Assist staff nurses in transporting patients from the ward to the Operating Room and vice versa, following established procedures.
• Identify patients accurately using two identifiers (name and MRN).
• Help with the transport and positioning of patients within the Operating Room as requested by OR staff.
• Assist nursing staff with the safe movement of equipment within the Operating Room and between areas, ensuring proper use of equipment.
• Transport Operating Room tables safely within the department.
• Support registered nurses in transporting critical patients to and from the Operating Room.
• Check and replenish specimen containers and ensure an adequate supply of Formalin.
• Sort and distribute laundered linen and maintain sufficient linen supplies.
• Monitor stock levels of designated consumables used in the department.
• Re-stock warming cabinets with blankets, linen, and irrigation fluids as needed.
• Deliver mail and documents to and from the Operating Room as required.
• Collect medications from the Pharmacy as needed.
• Deliver supplies and equipment to the Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD).
• Transport specimens to the Laboratory using proper containers as needed.
• Collect and store supplies as required.
• Participate in staff orientation when needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient Porter audit slips.
• Keep work areas clean and maintain tidiness in Operating Room corridors.
• Participate actively in unit staff meetings (60%-80% of the year).
• Contribute to the development and achievement of unit goals.
• Perform additional duties within the scope of practice as required.

Qualifications

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