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Perioperative Services Tech - Phlebotomy Technician

Date Posted: Oct 15, 2024

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POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of an RN, the Perioperative Services Tech functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team in maintaining supplies and equipment, transporting, and assisting with patients. Demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization. Applies good interpersonal and communication process utilizing verbal and nonverbal skills to achieve organizational service goals of customer satisfaction and a positive work environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Must demonstrate knowledge/understanding of Surgical Environment: Unrestricted areas, Semi-restricted areas, Restricted areas, Positive pressure environment, Air exchanges – closure of doors at all times, Surgical dress code, and recording of refrigerator and fluid/blanket warmer temperatures; protocol for out-of-range temperatures.
Must demonstrate knowledge/understanding of Infection Control: Hand washing, Use of loves and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Use of foam antiseptic, and Decontamination of equipment prior to and after use.
Must demonstrate knowledge/understanding of Transportation: Patient identification using appropriate ID (verbalizes name and date of birth), Handling patients and their families, Patient safety (i.e., using brakes prior to patient transfer, bariatric considerations), Holding and transport of specimens to Lab, Obtaining and delivering blood products to and from OR as needed, Transportation of limb/amputation, and Understands proper body mechanics and patient movement techniques.
Must demonstrate knowledge/understanding of Specialty Equipment: Knowledge of operations, Regular OR bed – Skytron, Bariatric OR bed – Maquet, Hana table, Jackson table (flat top, lateral, 1800 flip, prone), Fracture table, Wilson frame, and Radiolucent table/ vascular table.
Must demonstrate knowledge/understanding of Electrical Safety: Checks all electrical equipment for proper working condition, Checks plugs and power cords for fraying/damage, Knowledge of red outlet function and location, Appropriate use of extension cords, removes damaged or non-functioning equipment immediately and contacts Bio-ed, and ensures all clinical alarms are audible and not disabled.
Keeps assigned area tidy at all times.
Assists and maintains clutter-free department/hallways.
Handling and change-out of portable gases.
Maintains contact with Charge Nurse or designee at all times.
Accountable to the Manager and/or Director of Surgical Services. Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among co-workers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships. Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental quality control, performance improvement, and quality planning activities.
Satisfactorily completes the orientation program.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

Minimum (Required)

High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred (Not required)

Work Experience

Minimum (Required)

Preferred (Not required)

Licenses and Certifications

Minimum (Required)

Basic Life Support

Preferred (Not required)

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities (SKA’s)

Ability to read, write and speak English.
Able to relate effectively to people and situations and communicate the needs of patients and staff.
Understands proper body mechanics and patient movement techniques.

At USC Arcadia Hospital every team member of our 348-bed hospital strives to provide an exceptional patient experience while exemplifying our shared values of iRAISE - Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Safety and Excellence. We achieve this through compassionate care, creating lifelong relationships by changing the way health and healthcare are delivered in our community.

At USC Arcadia Hospital, you’ll enjoy an excellent compensation and benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Savings Plan with match, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Free On-Site Parking, Child Care, Employee Referral Bonus Program, etc.), including professional development programs, and much more.

Living and Working in the San Gabriel Valley:

The City of Arcadia is located in the beautiful San Gabriel Valley, which is one of the best places to live and work in California and is just 15 miles north of downtown Los Angeles. The region offers a multitude of diverse entertainment, shopping and exceptional restaurant options. The San Gabriel Valley is less than an hour away from sunny Southern California beaches, and less than two hours away from local mountain resorts like Big Bear and Lake Arrowhead.

Locally, Arcadia is a wonderful, thriving community featuring the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Gardens as well as the Santa Anita Park racetrack, and is located next to the City of Pasadena, which hosts the New Year’s Day Rose Parade and Rose Bowl game annually. The region boasts excellent public and private schools and universities close by, including Cal Tech, USC, UCLA, Cal State Northridge, Cal Poly Pomona, Azusa Pacific University and the Claremont Colleges. Arcadia was recently named “Best Place to Raise Your Kids” by Bloomberg Businessweek magazine and is the perfect place to call home.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

USC Arcadia Hospital is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC Arcadia Hospital’s policy. USC Arcadia Hospital will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient safety.

Pay Transparency

The hourly rate range for this position is $19.27 - $25.63. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, State, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

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