Operating Room Navigation Technologist (Full-Time)

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

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.