Full-Time Operating Room Navigation Technologist

umchealthsystem; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UMC Health System is seeking a Navigation Technologist to perform navigation cases in the operating room and prepare patients by informing them of procedures. The role includes setting up equipment and responding to emergency patient care needs during off-hours.

The candidate will maintain documentation for tests and support the operating room with related duties, interacting with patients, families, and hospital staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Understanding of basic anatomy and physiology of the body.
• Effective communicator; Must read, write, and speak English.
• Should be able to work flexible schedule and be "on call" when needed.

Responsibilities

• Performs Navigation cases in the Operating Room.
• Prepares patients for testing by informing and explaining the procedure and administering the requested test.
• Set up equipment.
• Answers call for emergency patient care requirements of the Navigation Cases during holidays, weekends, and after hours assigned.
• Maintains proper paperwork and documentation for all tests based on age appropriateness and development needs of patients.
• All other assigned duties related to navigation and/or Operating Room needs.
• All other assigned duties related to attending the operating room.

Skills

Medical terminology

Anatomy & physiology

Communication skills

On-call availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

UMC Health System is seeking a Navigation Technologist to perform navigation cases in the operating room and prepare patients by informing them of procedures. The role includes setting up equipment and responding to emergency patient care needs during off-hours.

The candidate will maintain documentation for tests and support the operating room with related duties, interacting with patients, families, and hospital staff as needed.