University of Southern California · 8 hours ago
Supervisor, Perioperative Support Services - OP Surgery Center - Full Time 8 Hour Rotating Shifts (Exempt) (Non-Union)
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$96K/yr - $158K/yr
2+ years expUniversity of Southern California is seeking a Supervisor for their Perioperative Support Services. The role involves supervising Media Specialists and Equipment Technicians, managing video equipment for surgical procedures, and providing training and support to ensure effective media-assisted endoscopic services.
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Responsibilities
The Perioperative Support Services Supervisor is responsible for teaching members of the Media Specialist team principles of video equipment and its use during surgical procedures
Demonstrates current knowledge of video equipment associated with surgical procedures and applies that knowledge in the preparation for its use
Provide media support to all surgical procedures requiring video support
Supervises the Media Specialists and equipment technician team for adherence to the use of video equipment and video streaming in the operating room
Supervises the Media Specialist Staff and equipment technicians and makes daily assignments
Supervises the Media Specialists and equipment technicians for appropriate operation associated video equipment and all related surgical equipment within the department located in the operating room for all surgical sites
Supervises the Media Specialist in the proper set-up of the associate video equipment used for each surgical procedure
Supervises the Media Specialists to ensure they complete any video documentation of surgical procedures in the operating room
Follows policies, Title 22 and The Joint Commission Standards
Provides for orientation, training and continuing education of Media Specialist staff and equipment technicians to provides a general education to all RN and STs in the use of video equipment used in the operating room
Collaborates with OR scheduling office with scheduling procedures requiring video equipment and all other surgical related equipment needed for procedures. Proactively reviews schedule in advance to avoid possible resource conflicts
Coordinates video equipment usage within operating room and in coordination the OR Supervisor
Assists in resolving conflicts with video equipment and surgical equipment issues. Proactively ensures adequate arrangement of equipment when loaner equipment is necessary
Assists in updating preference cards requiring video equipment to prevent conflicts through Cerner/Surginet system
Displays leadership abilities and sound clinical skills in promoting the professional growth and retention of Media personnel
Displays understanding of governing regulations, such as hospital policies, Title 22 and The Joint Commission Standards
Holds a Media personnel meeting at least once a month with an agenda and sign in sheet
Keeps Media staff and equipment technicians up to date on current issues related to their specialty
Assists with annual budget related to media staffing and equipment technicians, supplies and capital requirements. Makes recommendations that enhance resources utilization within the department
Act as liaison between nursing, anesthesia, operating room technicians, surgeons and all other ancillary services regarding any media related issues
Assign staff to maintain supplies and equipment on a continuous basis. This is inclusive of any at par levels, organized, cleaned and outdates disposed of
Oversee staff to be sure surgical suites are organized and prepared daily related to their specialty. Monitor to be sure equipment/supplies are removed and returned to appropriate location when procedure is completed
Participates actively in PI activities
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school or equivalent
6 months Experience and knowledge in the field of media services, endoscopic and visual equipment including set up and broad knowledge sterile processing background
2 - 3 years Experience working in surgery field and with surgical equipment, including educational background on all surgical positioning devices, tables and machines in the perioperative space
Organization/time management skills
Demonstrates ability to utilize effective, appropriate and diplomatic oral and written communication skills
Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
Preferred
Associate's degree in related field
1 year Supervisory and or lead experience
Company
University of Southern California
University of Southern California is a private research university offering opportunities for interdisciplinary study and collaboration.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$19.64MKey Investors
Patient-Centered Outcomes Research InstituteCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineCDA Foundation
2025-02-04Grant· $10.8M
2025-01-30Grant· $5.93M
2024-07-30Grant
Leadership Team
David A Barnhart
Director, USC Space Engineering Research Center
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Hossein Pourmand
Assistant Vice President, Research Initiatives, University Advancement
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