Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Coordinator, Surgical Tech in New Brunswick, New Jersey
Coordinator, Surgical TechReq #:0000156900
Category:Surgical Tech
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:RWJ New Brunswick
Department:Peds Operating Room
Location:
Bristol Myers Squibb Hospital, One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Job Overview:
Plans, organizes, supports, and controls all service line activities involved in the effective, efficient, and economical utilization of material resources of the delegated service line, ensuring patient service is continuous and high quality. Supports the Service Line Manager for orientation, training, and development of service line personnel. Relates effectively with perioperative team members for continuity of care; maintains satisfactory relations with other departments and nursing units. Promotes increased case volume through provision of a highly effective service line intra-operative program, efficiency, and development of positive relations of Surgeons within responsible area.
Qualifications:
Education
Must be a Certified Surgical Technician/graduate from an accredited program
Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification required
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Membership and participation in professional nursing and community organizations preferred
Five years OR experience required
Essential Functions:
Collaborates with Service Line Manager to ensure all instruments/trays and equipment for all cases are available.
Serves as liaison to surgeons in service line specialty
Reviews schedule one day in advance to ensure appropriate OR suite.
Development and upkeep of preference cards
Maintains control of specialty equipment and supplies
Identifies and coordinates the needs of service line physicians through scheduled meetings in collaboration with the Service Line Manager.
Patient Care Management
Maintains clinical expertise as demonstrated by: Providing care that is safe, effective and consistent of RWJUH standards
Applying knowledge of growth and development over the life span
Applying the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients service on Service Line
Sharing specialty based knowledge and skills both formally and informally
Incorporating current research findings into clinical practice
Provides open lines of communication for reporting medical errors and near misses using RWJUH organizational tools and resources
Human Resources/Financial Management
Assists the Unit Educator and Service Line Manager in facilitating orientation process for new employees demonstrated by:
Assists in maintaining a positive preceptor/orientee relationship
Working with the preceptor/orientee to solve any problems
Supports the Service Line Manager in controlling service line expenditures within agreed budgets
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills acting as a professional leadership role model
Research, Education and Performance Improvement:
Identifies and coordinates with Service Line Manager on educational needs of service line team members through scheduled in-services
Attends regular meetings with Service Line Manager and service line team members
Participates in hospital safety programs
Supports and enforces infection-control policies and procedures.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
+ + Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer