What are the responsibilities and job description for the PreOp/PACU/Circulator position at USPI?
Job Title:
PreOp/PACU/Circulator
Description:
We are seeking a motivated PreOp/PACU/Circulator to join our team at USPI Theda Oaks Gastro and Endoscopy. Our small but mighty team is dedicated to providing excellent patient care in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
Pre-Operative Duties:
- Assess patients' health status in pre-op and ensure accuracy of identification wristband.
- Verify operative and informed consents are in order.
- Determine the surgeon and procedure being carried out.
- Take and record vital statistics of patients to ensure readiness for surgical procedure.
- Initiate IVs and educate patients about the procedure and attending medical staff.
Post-Operative Duties:
- Assess patients' condition after surgery and ensure all vitals are within normal range.
- Log all findings in patients' files.
- Answer patients' questions and ensure they are kept comfortable.
- Monitor patients for condition changes and report any changes to the doctor.
- Initiate patient education programs to educate patients and families on procedures and medications.
- Perform intervention duties in cases of post-operative emergencies.
OR Circulating Duties:
- Assist with equipment and positioning patients.
- Act as a patient advocate and ensure patient safety at all times.
- Maintain the sterile field at all times.
- Exhibit skillful clinical judgment and assessment skills.
Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A current Texas Nursing License.
- Current CPR, ACLS, and BLS certifications.
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Minimum 2-year experience in a hospital setting or ASC setting.
- Experience in perioperative settings is preferred but not required, as we cross-train our staff.
Work Environment:
We operate Monday through Friday, 5:30 am - 6:30 pm, with varying hours based on patient flow. We have four treatment rooms and perform outpatient surgical procedures in gastroenterology and pain management.
Employment Practices:
USPI complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date.
USPI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
