Job Overview:

In this role, the Patient Support Technician will assist members of the OR team to provide support with housekeeping, stocking and patient transport in the Operating Room.

Qualifications:

Required:

* High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

* Knowledge of inventory control techniques

* Certified Aide training program preferred

* Proven work record and commitment towards continuing education

Certifications and Licenses Required:

* AHA BLS (Basic Life Support)

Scheduling Requirements:

* Shift working, 6:50am-3:20pm

* Monday-Friday with weekend and holidays on-call requirements

* Full time days

Essential Functions:

* Assists in appropriate positions for surgical procedures

* Check supplies for outdates

* Demonstrates the ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload: completes case carts

* Facilitates express processing of instruments/trays needed for later cases

* Follows proper safety and infection control procedures and maintains a safe work environment

* Maintains BLS completion status

* Maintains the confidentiality, security, and integrity for the management of associate / patient information

* Maintains the appropriate working condition of equipment utilized in direct patient care

* Performs surgical preps with proper instruction

* Proper transport and transfer patients when on call or as needed

* Responds appropriately to emergency situations

* Reviews sterilizer performance tests and completes required documentation

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

* Paid Time Off (PTO)

* Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

* Dental and Vision Insurance

* Retirement Plans

* Short & Long Term Disability

* Life & Accidental Death Insurance

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

* Wellness Programs

* Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

* Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Additional Information:

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer