Posted:
10/15/2024, 8:57:33 AM
Location(s):
Virginia, United States ⋅ Richmond, Virginia, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Essential Job Statements:
Targets and supports new surgeons interested in surgical procedures using the daVinci system, as well as existing surgeons using the system through enabling surgeon access and facilitating best in class case support experience.
Serves as main point of contact while coordinating communication between Intuitive and other healthcare professionals.
Works with materials management to inventory and order daVinci surgical instruments and accessories as needed, while maintaining lean par levels.
Responsible for establishing, maintaining, and assessing educational structure, competencies, and needs for surgeons, RNs, Certified Surgical First Assist, and other clinical team members related to robotic surgery. Educates OR staff on updates for new products or changes to the Intuitive system
Coordinates and attends regularly scheduled robotic Steering Committee meetings and Operations Meetings and provides operational updates on the progression of the program
Develops strategies for program growth, to include targeting and supporting new surgeons interested in surgical procedures using the daVinci system
Creates a metric tracking system for robotic cases to set benchmarks and evaluates progress towards the goals in reduction of non-operative time and a more efficient OR workflow. Collaborate with perioperative scheduling department and robotic surgeons to effectively and efficiently schedule robotics cases in robot rooms
Works with OR manager, charge nurse, and nursing staff to make sure robotic rooms are supplied for robotic surgeries, anticipates staffing needs, has training pathway for RNs/CSFAs, etc by providing an in-service, online modules, and case observation
Patient Population:
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide equitable care appropriate to the age of the patients served on their assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge and related competencies of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age, specific needs and to provide the equitable care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Neonates (0-4 weeks)
Infant (1-12 months)
Pediatrics (1-12 years)
Adolescents (13-17 years)
Adults (18-64 years).
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Employment Qualifications:
Required Education:
Graduate of a Surgical Technology or Bachelors of Nursing or Masters of Surgical Assisting
Preferred Education: n/a
Licensing/ Certification:
Licensure/Certification Required:
BLS and License as applicable to field of Education (RN, Certified Surgical First Assist)
Licensure/Certification Preferred: n/a
Minimum Qualifications:
Years and Type of Required Experience:
Formal training in robotic utilization and Two (2) years of recent operating room experience with robotic procedures
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Strong communication skills/customer service relations, Ability to function effectively as a mentor & team player, Excellent organizational/priority setting skills
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Strong communication skills/customer service relations, Ability to function effectively as a mentor & team player, Excellent organizational/priority setting skills
Cultural Responsiveness: n/a
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
Proficiency with Microsoft programs: Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Working Conditions:
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
General office environment.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. *
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. *
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Physical Requirements:
Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.)
Stoop, Kneel, Squat
Crawling
Balance
Bending
Work Position:
Sitting
Walking
Standing
Additional Physical Requirements/ Hazards:
Physical Requirements:
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of patients
Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Hazards:
Depth perception
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Mental/Sensory – Emotional :
Mental / Sensory:
Strong Recall
Reasoning
Problem Solving
Hearing
Speak Clearly
Reading
Logical Thinking
Emotional:
Fast pace environment
Able to Handle Multiple Priorities
Frequent and Intense Customer Interactions
Noisy Environment
Able to Adapt to Frequent Change
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Website: https://vcuhealth.org/
Headquarter Location: Richmond, Virginia, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1838
IPO Status: Private