Operating Room Technician Licensed Practical Nurse

Edmonton, AB, CA, Canada

Job Description

Your Opportunity:
As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, the experienced perioperative Operating Room Technician (ORT) has focused skills in a variety of services that include Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology. Both scheduled (elective) and unscheduled (emergency) surgeries are performed and the position requires the incumbent to do on-call shifts. The Operating Room Technician - Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care during the perioperative patient experience in accordance with hospital policies and standards. The incumbent will work with patients during the perioperative phase of care and must demonstrate a professional, positive attitude, excellent communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills when performing scrubbing and circulating duties in a surgical environment. The individual is able to contribute to quality initiatives and promotes a professional work environment at all times. The Active Treatment Center (ATC) Operating Room is comprised of 10 theatres primarily focused on Ophthalmology & Otolaryngology. The ATCOR is a busy and fast paced environment and does over 15,000 cases a year. PLEASE NOTE: This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within this workplace expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 on the 5th calendar day following the posting date. In the event that no Regular Employee from this workplace expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of the collective agreement.
Description:
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you are part of an interprofessional health care team utilizing nursing processes, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills. You will be guided by your education, experience, demonstrated skill level and AHS policies and procedures. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.

Classification:

OR Technician

Union:

AUPE AUX

Unit and Program:

Regularized Relief OR - GOR

Primary Location:

Royal Alexandra Hospital

Location Details:

As Per Location

Multi-Site:

Not Applicable

FTE:

0.80

Posting End Date:

07-JUL-2025

Employee Class:

Regular Part Time

Date Available:

17-JUL-2025

Hours per Shift:

7.75

Length of Shift in weeks:

12

Shifts per cycle:

48

Shift Pattern:

Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call

Days Off:

As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary:

$28.93

Maximum Salary:

$37.90

Vehicle Requirement:

Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Must have completed the Peri-Operative course or have the equivalent of 3 years' Operating Room experience. Successful completion of an approved Practical Nursing educational program (diploma or certificate in practical nursing). Minimum of 5 years current general operating room experience in a high acuity OR with 1 - 2 years specific experience in Ophthalmology & Otolaryngology. Ability to perform consistently in a highly organized and rapid moving environment. Ability to collaborate within the expectations of an integrated team. Demonstrates advanced problem-solving skills integrating critical thinking and good judgment. Ability to demonstrate communications skills that promote respect and a positive team environment. Ability to stand scrubbed for many hours and to meet the physical demands of the position. The incumbent should have effective interpersonal and written communication skills. Computer skills including experience in Connect Care, Microsoft Outlook email. To ensure your skills and qualifications are considered please attach a resume and cover letter with your application.

Preferred Qualifications:

As required.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2442919
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Part Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Edmonton, AB, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned