Neurology Operating Room Support Coordinator, OR Administration- Full-Time, Evening Shift

Overview Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, as an Operating Room Support Coordinator for the Neurology OR team. This is a 100% onsite opportunity based in the greater Chicagoland area. Responsibilities Supports the clinical needs related to efficient operating room preparation, utilization, and patient throughput. Supervises the maintenance of instrumentation necessary to enhance the delivery of quality patient care; monitors the use of specialty equipment and is responsible for its maintenance; educates staff on the use of specialty equipment/instrumentation. Maintains frequent communication with surgeons regarding equipment and instrument needs of the department. Reviews the surgical schedule in advance to ensure all needed supplies and equipment are present; if not available, makes arrangements to obtain them. Contacts and follows through with vendors regarding specialty equipment as necessary. Directs instrument tray accuracy through re-ordering missing/damaged instruments. Works with the surgical staff to ensure all needed supplies and equipment are present on the day of surgery and obtains items when needed. Ensures that specialty implant trays are restocked. Assures that used case carts are returned to CSP as soon as the case is finished. Reviews and updates preference cards in collaboration with the specialty team. Maintains accuracy and inventory of all specialty trays in the SPM system or other future tray tracking systems. Participates in the CQI process, identifies issues to be examined, collects data, analyzes, and disseminates findings. Develops methods for facilitating productive relationships between physicians, operating room staff, CSP staff, and other health care team members regarding OR flow. Complies with standards and regulations of licensures, regulatory, and accrediting agencies. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Graduate of a recognized Operating Room Technician program or Central Sterile Processing certification (CRCST or CSPDT). Minimum 2 years of work experience in an operating room environment. Ability to make decisions quickly in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. Excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal skills, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to apply interpersonal communication skills to maintain an open network of communication among staff and other health care professionals. Ability to comply with medical center policies and procedures. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or higher. Progressive experience in directing staff. Position Details Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE) Shift: Evening Shift, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm Work Location: Hyde Park Unit/Department: CCD-OR - Neurology In this role, expect to work approximately 40 hours per week, with an evening shift schedule. You will be scheduled 100% at the Hyde Park campus, Monday through Friday, with weekend days off. About Us We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, mindful that each patient is a person. UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and participates in pre-employment checks and flu vaccination requirements where applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr UChicago Medicine