Perioperative Supply & Instrument Technician

The University of Kansas Health System; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Surgical Support Services Technician to ensure timely access to supplies and instrumentation for the Perioperative Services team. You will support patient transfers, coordinate with anesthesia, and maintain organized inventory to support efficient surgical cases.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED and BLS/ACLS certification within 60 days, plus a respirator fit test on hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BLS/ACLS (American Heart Association) within 60 days.
• Respirator Fit Test required by KU Health System on hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient transfers and communicates with patients using high service standards.
• Communicates with the health care team regarding room needs and follow-up by the intraoperative team.
• Ensures stocking of emergency stock and specialty supplies for patient care needs.
• Maintains inventory organization to keep supplies accessible to the health care team.
• Supports Surgical Support Services Supervisor and Perioperative leadership in assigned duties.
• Coordinates with anesthesia services to ensure access to required supplies for patient care delivery.
• Performs room and department decontamination per CDC, AORN, ASA, KUHA and manufacturer guidelines.
• Pulls supplies and instruments to prepare for cases with quality control measures.
• Provides resources to staff during surgical cases to minimize interruptions and ensure tools are available.
• Follows processes for acquiring, storing and handling surgical equipment per division guidelines.
• Performs the professional, clinical and technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Team coordination

Patient transfers

Supply management

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

BLS/ACLS Certification

Respirator Fit Test

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Surgical Support Services Technician to ensure timely access to supplies and instrumentation for the Perioperative Services team. You will support patient transfers, coordinate with anesthesia, and maintain organized inventory to support efficient surgical cases.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED and BLS/ACLS certification within 60 days, plus a respirator fit test on hire.