Perianesthesia Tech – Interventional Platform (Full-Time, 8-Hour Day Shifts)

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Day – 08 Hour (United States of America)

This is a Stanford Health Care job.

A Brief Overview

Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Anesthesiologist, and in accordance with Hospital policies and procedures, the Peri-Anesthesia Tech provides basic care as a member of the patient care team.

Locations

Stanford Health Care

What you will do

Assists anesthesiologists transferring patients “beyond the red line“ within the Interventional Platform (Operating and Procedure rooms), including ICU transport, with anesthesiologist.

Reports patient information,

Communicates with IP staff for patient readiness to proceed to OR/Procedure room.

Assists patients with going to the bathroom, if needed, before taking the patient to the OR.

Assists with P/P (Pre/Post) bay turnover.

Cleans and dresses the patient gurney,

Stocks bedside supplies and helps move supplies and equipment within the unit or IP (Interventional Platform) to facilitate immediate patient care.

Secures and retrieves patient belongings from patient lockers.

Assists in maintaining the unit environment in a clean and orderly condition.

Transfers patients safely in a manner that complies with Hospital guidelines.

Performs basic patient care as needed under the direction and supervision of an RN/LVN.

Adheres to the standards of nursing care and the policies and procedures of the Hospital and Nursing Department. Carries out all responsibilities following Hospital safety guidelines for self, patient, visitors, and employees.

Completes orientation program and participates in learning activities to maintain and improve knowledge and skills.

Contributes in a positive manner to the unit, department, and hospital goals.

Performs duties as assigned to facilitate a clean, safe, orderly unit and patient care environment.

With manager approval, may perform specific skills after documented instruction.

Recognizes and addresses age-appropriate and cultural needs when caring for patients.

Effectively communicates and interacts with patients, families, staff, and members of the community from diverse backgrounds.

Education Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Experience Qualifications

One year of directly related work experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability and willingness to be taught/learn new skills.

Ability to be a team player.

Ability to be flexible in assignment and able to work different shifts if required.

Ability to demonstrate customer service skills in interactions with all patients, families and staff, including high volume and stressful situations.

Ability to learn and evaluate new equipment and procedures quickly.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Ability to perform basic arithmetic computations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

Ability to problem-solve effectively using appropriate resources. Is productive in workflow, skills, and organization.

Ability to provide appropriate care based on the needs of the individual taking into consideration age, culture, and developmental issues.

Ability to provide care as needed and as described in the department’s policies and procedures.

Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English effectively at a level appropriate for the job.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds.

Ability to maneuver beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, and other equipment as needed.

Knowledge of basic nursing and medical terminology

Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.

Knowledge of location, operation and maintenance of common equipment and supplies located in the unit.

Knowledge of facility layout, unit locations, and room numbering system for efficient transfer

Knowledge of role in emergency response

Knowledge of unit practices, and procedures regarding infection control and health and safety

Knowledge of hospital safety and safety code measures during the transport of patients

Licenses and Certifications

BLS – Basic Life Support .

These principles apply to ALL employees:

SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience

Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.

You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective:

Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care

Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health

Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $33.38 – $37.58 per hour

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.

At Stanford Health Care, we seek to provide patients with the very best in diagnosis and treatment, with outstanding quality, compassion and coordination. With an unmatched track record of scientific discovery, technological innovation and translational medicine, Stanford Medicine physicians are pioneering leading edge therapies today that will change the way health care is delivered tomorrow.

As part of our spirit of discovery, we also leverage our deep relationships with luminary Silicon Valley companies to develop new ways to deliver preeminent patient care.

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