Perioperative Pct

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper University Health Care in Camden, NJ is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to assist the clinical team and support indirect patient care in the operating room. The role involves room turnover, equipment gathering, and preparing the OR for the next case, among other duties.

The shift runs from 6:30 AM to 3 PM, with weekend, holiday, and rotation requirements. Candidates with acute care experience and NJ-BLS certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Current NJ-BLS Certification (Basic Life Support).
• Acute Care Hospital experience preferred (e.g.: Nursing Assistant, Unit Secretary, PCS).
• Visual and auditory acuity for information retrieval and computer monitor use

Responsibilities

• Room turnover and cleaning of OR areas.
• Gathering equipment and instrumentation for surgical cases.
• Change OR tables when necessary.
• Set up OR room for next case (beds, equipment, positioning).
• Take specimens to the lab.
• Take returns to CSP and put returns away that live in the OR upstairs.

Skills

Acute care hospital experience

Nursing Assistant

Unit Secretary

Visual and auditory acuity

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

About Us

AtCooper University Health Care,our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

Assists the Clinical team in providing indirect patient care, plus has nonpatient care responsibilities to include but not limited to:

• Room turnover: includes taking out the trash, cleaning all areas of the OR, including the OR table, making the table up, and mopping the floor
• Gathering equipment, supplies, and instrumentation for surgical cases
• Changing OR tables when necessary
• Room set up: setting up the entire OR room for the next case or first case of the day; this includes making the bed, having necessary equipment in the room positioned appropriately for the case
• Taking specimens to the lab
• Take returns to CSP and put returns away that live in the OR upstairs.
• PCT will be on your feet, the entire shift, so comfortable, supportive footwear is needed

Overview

At Cooper University Health Care, you’ll find one of the most dynamic surgical environments in the region.Cooper’s Camden Campus isSouth Jersey’s only Level I Adult Trauma Centerand Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, our OR team cares for some of the most complex and meaningful cases you’ll encounter.

With 30 operating roomsandover70 surgeries each day, you’ll be part of a team that thrives in a fast-paced, high-tech setting while deliveringworld-classcare. Cooper’s surgical servicesis growing fast, creating new opportunities for learning, growth, and career advancement.

Experience Required

• Acute Care Hospital experience preferred (i.e.: Nursing Assistant, Unit Secretary, PCS, etc.)
• Visual and auditory acuity for information retrieval and computer monitor use

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

License/Certification Requirements

• Current NJ-BLS Certification (Basic Life Support)

Special Requirements

• 6:30A-3PM
• Weekend, holiday and rotation required

Salary Min ($)

USD $16.50

Salary Max ($)

USD $25.00