Surgical Desk Coordinator (FT)

Operating Room Full Time Hospital All Other Whiteville, NC, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2202

At Columbus Regional Healthcare System we offer professional growth and advancement for every employee. Working at CRHS allows you to have the intimate hospital feel while still being provided with the large healthcare system resources.

Job Description:

Performs a variety of organizational, clerical and communication functions in support of the operating room; performs a variety of scheduling and data collection functions in support of Surgical Services; communicates information to appropriate departments/individuals in order to facilitate the surgery schedule and patient throughout. Cleans, sterilizes, assembles, packages and distributes patient care equipment, instruments and supplies. Disinfects, cleans, sorts ,sterilizes, assembles, labels and stores instruments used for surgical procedures. Assists in managing repair, replacement and new instruments for OR. Assists Supervisor to maintain computerized real time inventory for Surgical Services and inventory in Central Supply, keeps par levels up to date, increase/decrease as necessary to prevent overstocking or not having ample supplies.

Shift:

7:30am-4:00pm

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Broad knowledge of medical terminology and knowledge of terminology involved in surgical procedures and equipment.
• Proficient in use of basic computer applications and standard office equipment.
• Ability to read and understand instructions and keep simple records/logs.
• Ability to utilize menu-driven computer software specifically designed for job functions.
• Incumbent will be required to attain BLS certification within three months of employment.
• Certification in sterile processing will be required within one year of hire.

Preferred: Associate Degree and/or 2 years operating room scheduling or clerical experience

Experience:

At least 2 years’ experience as a Unit Secretary and/or Scheduling experience from a physician office. Given training and on-the-job experience, incumbent should be proficient in the basic aspects of the job within 3 months.