UNIT TECHNICIAN
Orthopedic Surgical Center of the North Shore
Peabody MA 01960 US
Who we are:
Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application.
Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most patient care. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices in todays evolving healthcare landscape. The Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
What youll do:
Under the direction of the registered nurse the unit assistant provides assistance to the nurses and surgical technologists in the day to day activities of the surgical center
Assist the RN in implementation of a plan of care for the patient during the perioperative experience.
Assist the nurses in the preoperative and post operative areas as required.
Assist the nurses in the operating room and sterile central.
Maintains confidentiality of patient information and patient privacy.
Provides patient safety in all aspects of job activities.
Cooperates with all members of the OR team in achieving the Surgi Centers Goals.
Practices Universal Precautions.
Follows all infection control policies.
Prepares the preoperative patient by having the patient change into a johnnie and takes care of their belongings.
Applies EKG leads, oxygen saturation probe and B/P cuff.
Records patients initial vital signs to include B/P, pulse, respirations, oxygen saturation, and temperature.
May provide post operative nourishment to patient.
Assists with patient discharge by ambulating the patient or by pushing the patient in a wheelchair to their car.
Cleans the pre and post- operative bays according to policy following infection control principals.
Restocks the pre and post operative areas.
Helps to put away medical-surgical supplies from warehouse.
Assists with turn over of operating rooms as needed.
Assists in Sterile Central as needed under the direction of sterile central technician.
Who you are:
High School Diploma or equivalent required
BLS Required
One-year medical office experience. Surgical center experience preferred
Working knowledge of office equipment and Software
Familiarity with HIPAA, insurance regulations, policies, procedures, and other regulatory policies
Medical office procedures, policies, practices and medical terminology, telephone protocol and professional etiquette
Understanding of electronic medical systems
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: Ability to communicate professionally (i.e. using expressive vocabulary that communicates a complete and detailed message, avoiding spelling errors, employing a respectful tone)
Ability to maintain enthusiasm while facing a high volume and a large variety of duties
Ability and interest in learning procedures and software functionalities that could improve the effectiveness and efficiency of individual and department efforts
Organized, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task
Extremely reliable, patient and professional
Reacts calmly and effectively under stress
Interprets, adapts and applies guidelines and procedures appropriately
Ability to develop and maintain effective and professional working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers and the public by demonstrating empathy and tact
Must be a team player with a positive attitude, the ability to work effectively with a diverse population, and the ability to demonstrate patience and professionalism
Promotes teamwork through collaboration, represents the practice in a professional manner, and maintains the strictest confidentiality on all patient issues
What we offer:
Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
Dynamic environment
Access to a diverse network of practitioners
Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience
Competitive Compensation
Generous PTO
Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.
We are an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances (referred to as protected characteristics).
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Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application.
Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most patient care. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices in todays evolving healthcare landscape. The Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
What youll do:
Under the direction of the registered nurse the unit assistant provides assistance to the nurses and surgical technologists in the day to day activities of the surgical center
Assist the RN in implementation of a plan of care for the patient during the perioperative experience.
Assist the nurses in the preoperative and post operative areas as required.
Assist the nurses in the operating room and sterile central.
Maintains confidentiality of patient information and patient privacy.
Provides patient safety in all aspects of job activities.
Cooperates with all members of the OR team in achieving the Surgi Centers Goals.
Practices Universal Precautions.
Follows all infection control policies.
Prepares the preoperative patient by having the patient change into a johnnie and takes care of their belongings.
Applies EKG leads, oxygen saturation probe and B/P cuff.
Records patients initial vital signs to include B/P, pulse, respirations, oxygen saturation, and temperature.
May provide post operative nourishment to patient.
Assists with patient discharge by ambulating the patient or by pushing the patient in a wheelchair to their car.
Cleans the pre and post- operative bays according to policy following infection control principals.
Restocks the pre and post operative areas.
Helps to put away medical-surgical supplies from warehouse.
Assists with turn over of operating rooms as needed.
Assists in Sterile Central as needed under the direction of sterile central technician.
Who you are:
High School Diploma or equivalent required
BLS Required
One-year medical office experience. Surgical center experience preferred
Working knowledge of office equipment and Software
Familiarity with HIPAA, insurance regulations, policies, procedures, and other regulatory policies
Medical office procedures, policies, practices and medical terminology, telephone protocol and professional etiquette
Understanding of electronic medical systems
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: Ability to communicate professionally (i.e. using expressive vocabulary that communicates a complete and detailed message, avoiding spelling errors, employing a respectful tone)
Ability to maintain enthusiasm while facing a high volume and a large variety of duties
Ability and interest in learning procedures and software functionalities that could improve the effectiveness and efficiency of individual and department efforts
Organized, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task
Extremely reliable, patient and professional
Reacts calmly and effectively under stress
Interprets, adapts and applies guidelines and procedures appropriately
Ability to develop and maintain effective and professional working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers and the public by demonstrating empathy and tact
Must be a team player with a positive attitude, the ability to work effectively with a diverse population, and the ability to demonstrate patience and professionalism
Promotes teamwork through collaboration, represents the practice in a professional manner, and maintains the strictest confidentiality on all patient issues
What we offer:
Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
Dynamic environment
Access to a diverse network of practitioners
Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience
Competitive Compensation
Generous PTO
Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.
We are an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances (referred to as protected characteristics).
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