OR Equipment Technician II

The OR Equipment Technician II, under the direction of the Registered Nurse, will participate as an integral member of the patient care team. The OR Equipment Technician performs multiple support functions directed toward improved efficiencies in the OR and positive patient care outcomes.

All patient care team members are responsible to meet patient needs, demonstrate willingness to learn new skills, and foster a harmonious work environment in which high quality patient care and customer service is consistently provided. Team members promote a cooperative working relationship with each other, physicians, other disciplines and the public by facilitating and enhancing communication, displaying honesty and respect, displaying sensitivity to cultural differences, and expressing and accepting feedback in a professional manner.

Our legacy of unsurpassed patient care and unceasing mission to integrate high-tech medical research with clinical operations has led to our prestigious standing as one of the top 10 hospitals in the nation according to U.S. News & World Report. As a premier health care institution dedicated to advancing health worldwide, UCSF Medical Center can also be the best place to advance and shape your career.

The medical center's employees are one of the most important reasons why we are recognized as one of the nation's best hospitals. To work at UCSF Medical Center is to be part of an institution that provides the highest caliber of care to patients; a nurturing, dynamic and team-oriented atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Key Responsibilities

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Essential Function (Yes/No)

Key Responsibilities

100

YES

• Responsible for maintaining the knowledge and abilities essential to the performance of stated essential job functions and behaviors.
• Maintains an in-depth knowledge of the functioning of all service specific Entry Level and Specialized equipment such as: Robots, Microscopes Lasers and Ophthalmology Equipment.
• Ensures essential equipment and supplies are brought into the OR using appropriate infection control standards.
• Helps upload scans to navigation machine or download scans via Pacs
• Assist in transferring equipment and supplies to and from all neighboring UCSF facilities.
• Documents any equipment malfunctions in writing by completing a red tag and by creating an online service ticket. Remove equipment from service and take equipment to the Clinical Engineering office to get serviced.
• Responds efficiently and effectively to all Surgeon/Nursing request for supplies and equipment and consults a supervisor if unsure about requests.
• Transports specimens from the OR to the appropriate laboratory in a timely manner
• Organizes and maintains equipment rooms.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 1 year experience as an Equipment Technician
• Recent experience in an Ambulatory setting.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Recent experience (within the last two years) working with Ophthalmology and OHNS service lines.
• Ability to work independently with good organizational skills.
• Ability to think critically and proactively to support the OR team.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task to support multiple Surgeons and staff.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced complex environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Must have manual dexterity to manipulate small equipment including, but not limited to, twisting bulbs, turning dials, changing batteries, and pushing buttons. Must be able to move in confined spaces. Must be able to repetitively lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• Recent experience (within the last two years) working with microscopes, lasers, and robots.
• Current AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers Certification.