OR Equipment Tech

Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Technician for a Per Diem role in the operating room, supporting perioperative services by maintaining equipment inventory and readiness for surgical procedures.

You will collaborate with the Operations Manager, Nurse in Charge, Biomed, and other staff to ensure timely availability of equipment. A High School Diploma or equivalent is required, with 1–2 years in equipment maintenance preferred, and access to Epic software for

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 1-2 years in equipment maintenance or related field preferred.
• Able to read, understand, and write English.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with surgical team to ensure equipment is available for procedures.
• Maintains inventory with par levels and locations for staff reference.
• Checks OR schedule for equipment availability and resolves conflicts.
• Sets up rooms with necessary equipment the day/evening before surgery.
• Assists with patient care support and non-clinical operational issues.
• Maintains logs for broken equipment and coordinates repairs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English literacy

Stamina

Team collaboration

Epic software

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Epic software

Job description

Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Grade 125

Per diem is required to work a minimum of four shifts per month and each shift is minimum four hours.

Summary: Responsible and accountable for establishing, maintaining, and coordinating the appropriate inventory of equipment utilized by surgical services. The equipment technician works in collaboration with the Nurse in Charge / Throughput manager / Operations Manager/Nursing Director/ Biomed in managing the day-to-day activities as determined by the operating room schedule. The equipment technician functions as a member of the Perioperative Team who has specific knowledge, skills and training to work in an Operating Room Environment while assisting with patient care and directly reports to the Operations Manager.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Collaborates with the surgical team, under the direct supervision of the Operations Manager (during patient care) to assure all equipment is available/ready for surgical procedures.
• Develops and maintains an inventory of equipment with par levels and location for staff/team reference.
• Checks OR schedule to assure availability of equipment. Collaborate with Nurse in Charge/Throughput Manager and Operations Manager as appropriate in resolving conflicts.
• Day/evening before surgery, set up rooms for following day with necessary equipment for the first cases of the next day.
• Able to access Epic for preference card review for equipment and positioning needs.
• Uses effective oral and written communication to foster collaboration, teamwork, and mutual respect.
• Assists with the day-to-day non-clinical operational issues for perioperative Services. This includes communication with various ancillary services such as Engineering, Biomed, and Telecommunications. Communication must be, at all times, professional and effective to enhance a positive working environment.
• Communicates equipment out for repair to team/assures replacement as necessary.
• Collaborates with multi-disciplinary teams on new equipment in OR.
• Collaborates with Nurse in Charge, Throughput Manager, Operations Manager and biomed on introducing new equipment in the OR. This includes but is not limited to communication to staff and assisting with/coordination of in-services as appropriate.
• Works with industry representatives as necessary, assuring hospital policy is followed during visits.
• Cares for (set up and breakdown) equipment as appropriate.
• Assists with staff education as appropriate.
• Assists with patient positioning and turning over rooms as appropriate.
• Adheres to hospital mandatory training and testing requirement.
• Participates in activities conducive to safety of patients and team members.
• Monitors and supports use of aseptic technique according to hospital policy.
• Uses interpersonal skill in relationships with other health team members.
• Collaborates with Operations Manager to keep unit regulatory ready, demonstrating knowledge of regulatory guidelines and ability to participate in unit quality standards.
• Maintains tracking logs for broken equipment.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
• Licenses and Credentials Experience: 1-2 years in equipment maintenance or a related field required; Computer experience preferred
• Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Staff adheres to all I C.A.R.E. Standards.
• Able to read, understand, and write English.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs. Independently.
• Must be able to push stretcher independently with patient weighing up to 250lbs.
• Must be aware of proper body mechanics when assisting in patient transfer; equipment moves and lifting of heavy objects.
• Must possess interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with other healthcare members.
• Must constantly be alert and attentive to progress of O.R. schedule to meet tight deadlines of following cases.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time (up to 6 hours).

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Sitting Occasionally
• Lifting Frequently
• Carrying Frequently
• Pushing Occasionally
• Pulling Occasionally
• Climbing Rarely
• Balancing Frequently
• Stooping Occasionally
• Kneeling Occasionally
• Crouching Occasionally
• Crawling Rarely
• Reaching Frequently
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently
• Feeling Constantly
• Foot Use Rarely
• Vision - Far Constantly
• Vision - Near Constantly
• Talking Constantly
• Hearing Constantly

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

1153 Centre Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$18.44 - $27.39/Hourly

Grade

SF1125

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

2810 Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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