Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Surgical Services

Tenet Healthcare; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan Medical Center, a Tenet Healthcare facility, is seeking a Per Diem, Days role to support operating room materials management and sterile processing. The position assists the RN and ORT/scrub, coordinates case carts, and maintains sterile supplies in accordance with AORN standards.

Qualifications include Nursing Assistant Course, Nursing Assistant Certification and Basic Life Support, plus at least one year of OR materials management in an acute care hospital.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year recent experience in OR materials management and/or SPD in an acute care hospital.
• SPD or ORT certification.
• Must be able to follow instructions, work quickly and accurately in a fast paced environment.
• Must be independent in role, and autonomous in daily tasks; minimal supervision provided.
• Analytical and grammatical skills are necessary to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills are essential.
• Must be fluent in spoken and written English.
• Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

• Assists RN and ORT/scrub in room turnovers before, after, and end of day operative procedures.
• Organizes instrumentation and disposables for surgical procedure, ensuring all necessary supplies are assembled on the case cart prior to the procedure.
• Opens sterile supplies, instruments, and disposables, using sterile technique, in accordance with AORN Standards & Recommended Practices.
• Assist O.R. RN and ORT/scrub after case cleanup (i.e. mopping room, wiping horizontal surfaces, changing linen, discarding trash/used linen) and stocking rooms, according to established PAR levels.
• Works in conjunction with RN as to equipment needed for next case.
• Takes call as needed.
• Assembles case carts daily, gathers equipment, instrumentation and disposables from established/handwritten surgeon preference cards/pick lists.
• Works in conjunction with Sterile Processing Department to ensure instrument trays are available prior to any surgical case.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.

Education

Nursing Assistant Course

Job description

Job Summary

Per Diem, Days

Overview

Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If youre dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives,

At Good Samaritan Medical Center, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That's Why We Offer More Than a Job - We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Per Diem, Days

Job Summary

Assists RN and ORT/scrub in room turnovers before, after, and end of day operative procedures. Organizes instrumentation and disposables for surgical procedure, ensuring all necessary supplies are assembled on the case cart prior to the procedure. Opens sterile supplies, instruments, and disposables, using sterile technique, in accordance with AORN Standards & Recommended Practices. Assist O.R. RN and ORT/scrub after case cleanup (i.e. mopping room, wiping horizontal surfaces, changing linen, discarding trash/used linen,) and stocking rooms, according to established PAR levels. Works in conjunction with RN as to equipment needed for next case. Takes call as needed. Assembles case carts daily, gathers,equipment, instrumentation and disposables from established/handwritten surgeon preference cards/pick lists. Works in conjunction with Sterile Processing Department to ensure instrument trays are available prior to any surgical case. Other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.

Qualifications

Education

Nursing Assistant Course

Licenses, Certifications And/or Registrations

• Nursing Assistant Certification
• Basic Life Support

Minimum Experience

Required Training/Education/Experience/Certification:

Minimum one year recent experience in OR materials management and/or SPD in an acute care hospital. Basic knowledge of AORN standards.

Desired Training/Education/Experience/Certification: SPD or ORT certification.

Must be able to follow instructions, work quickly and accurately in a fast paced environment. Must be independent in role, and autonomous in daily tasks; minimal supervision provided. Analytical and grammatical skills are necessary to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Organizational and multi-tasking skills are essential. Must be fluent in spoken and written English. Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.

Organization Description

Good Samaritan Medical Center (GSMC) is a 333-bed acute care hospital, part of the Palm Beach Health Network, that provides sophisticated, personalized and emergency medical care to Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast with over 100 years of experience. GSMC utilizes some of the latest robotic technologies for robust general surgery procedures including the MAKO and Da Vinci robots. Our cancer center is accredited by the Commission on Cancer, anchored by our state-of-the-art Breast Center. Join our team!

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Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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Required Training/Education/Experience/Certification

Minimum one year recent experience in OR materials management and/or SPD in an acute care hospital. Basic knowledge of AORN standards.

Desired Training/Education/Experience/Certification: SPD or ORT certification.

Must be able to follow instructions, work quickly and accurately in a fast paced environment. Must be independent in role, and autonomous in daily tasks; minimal supervision provided. Analytical and grammatical skills are necessary to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. Organizational and multi-tasking skills are essential. Must be fluent in spoken and written English. Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.