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Turnaround CoordinatorReq #:0000188008

Category:Surgical Tech

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Day

Facility:Clara Maass Medical Center

Department:Operating Room

Location:

Clara Maass Medical Center, 1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109

Job Title:Turnaround Coordinator

Req#:0000188008

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Day

Department name:Operating Room

Job Overview:

An "Operating Room turnaround coordinator" is a healthcare professional primarily responsible for ensuring the efficient and timely turnover of operating rooms between surgical procedures, which includes cleaning, disinfecting, restocking supplies, and preparing the room for the next patient, essentially acting as the "pit crew" of the OR to minimize downtime between surgeries.

Qualifications:

Required:

+ High School Diploma

+ Completion of Orientation

Preferred:

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

+ N/A

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

+ Day

+ Full-Time

+ 36 Hour Work Week

Essential Functions:

+ Cleaning and disinfection:

Overseeing the thorough cleaning and disinfection of the operating room, including equipment, surfaces, and medical devices, to maintain a sterile environment.

+ Supply management:

Checking and restocking surgical supplies and equipment in the OR to ensure readiness for the next procedure.

+ Patient transport:

Assisting with patient transfer to and from the operating room.

+ Communication and coordination:

Collaborating with surgical teams, nurses, and other staff to ensure smooth transitions between surgeries and optimize turnaround times.

+ Monitoring and reporting:

Tracking key metrics related to OR turnaround times, identifying areas for improvement, and reporting issues to management.

Other names for this role may include:

Operating Room Turnover Technician, OR Turnover Coordinator, and Surgical Room Turnover Specialist.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports 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