Navigation Technologist - FT (Operating Room)

UMC Health System; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UMC Health System is seeking a Navigation Technologist to perform navigation cases in the operating room and to assist with patient preparation and equipment setup. You will respond to call requirements during holidays, weekends, and after hours while maintaining thorough documentation.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and a solid understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and English communication.

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

English communication

On-call flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

The Navigation Technologist performs navigation cases in the operating room. Reports to:

Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:

• 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

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED

Skills and Abilities

• 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

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

This position will interact with patients, their families, and hospital medical staff in various departments.

Physical Capabilities

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Environmental/Working Conditions

This position is subject to indoor temperature changes. Work done intraoperative is performed in a high- risk area for exposure to blood borne pathogens.

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. *Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.*

Benefits

• Resilience program
• Emotional
• Physical
• Spiritual
• Financial
• Career Community
• On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP)
• Discounted Pharmacy Cost
• Cash Retention Bonus (only one in our region)
• Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match
• PTO & Extended Illness
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• And more at: https://apps.umchealthsystem.com/documents/wellness.pdf

UMC Vision, Mission and Standards

Vision: To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country Mission Statement: Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training tomorrow’s healthcare professionals. Standards of Excellence: Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety and Respect

About UMC

Magnet Designated 501 licensed beds 62 site locations Regions only Level I Trauma Center Regions only BICU DNV accredited Primary teaching hospital for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards: Culture: Service is Our Passion Vision: The best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare. Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient. Standards: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Kindness

About UMCP

35 Practice Locations - private practices and urgent care centers Over 125 physicians and advanced practice providers Ranked as One of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly Employee Engagement Score of 96% measured by Press Ganey Associates