Central Processing Tech PD

Description

Title: Central Processing Tech PD



Location: Fountain Valley



Department: Surgery Services



Status: Per Diem



Shift: Days



Pay Range: $23.00/hr

At MemorialCare Health System, we believe in providing extraordinary healthcare to our communities and an exceptional working environment for our employees. Memorial Care stands for excellence in Healthcare.Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration and accountability.Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation and teamwork.

Position Summary

This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Orange Coast Medical Center. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with our core values: Integrity, Accountability, Best Practices, Compassion and Synergy. The employee shall support Orange Coast Medical Center’s strategic plan and participate in and advocate performance improvement/patient safety activities.



The Central Processing Technician is primarily responsible for providing support to the Operating Room through knowledge of surgical supplies and materials. The Central Processing Technician is responsible for the daily case supply picking. This position is accountable for the support of the effective PAR level maintenance.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

1. Meets population specific competencies.



2. Demonstrates knowledge of surgical supplies.



3. Utilizes effective communication with OR staff/leadership team/material management and surgeons.



4. Assists with keeping a clean work environment in order to promote optimal functioning in the department.



5. Practices within the perioperative code of conduct.



6. Participates and supports in the perioperative lean philosophy and projects.



7. Other duties as assigned.

*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more... Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Qualifications

Qualifications/Work Experience:

• Two (2) years acute care experience in Surgical Services required. In lieu of this experience, consideration will be made for staff with strong healthcare education and associated experiential background.



• Knowledge of aseptic techniques



Education/Licensure/Certification:

• High School Diploma or equivalency preferred