Surgical Technician Operating Room

Full description

The Surgery Tech participates as member of the surgical team under direct supervision of an RN/Lead Nurse or Clinical Manager. Functions in the role of scrub/assist person and assisting physician and/or RN. Responsible for direct and indirect care of patients. Assists with maintenance, care of instruments, supplies and equipment according to the manufacturers' instructions, standards of infection prevention, and institutional policies/procedures. Practices appropriate initiation and maintenance of sponge, needle and miscellaneous item counts and equipment according to policy. Decontaminates, cleans and care for operating room equipment utilizing clean/sterile technique used in a procedural setting. Identifies, gathers, and prepares instrument and equipment and specialty items for all procedures in a timely manner according to preference card. Additionally, the Surgery Technician II acts as a preceptor to other staff and students. Serves as a resource for staff in specialty area. Education and Experience Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Scrub Technician program or equivalent military medical core training. Minimum of 2 years O.R. experience in an Ambulatory Surgery Center. Demonstrates and maintains competency in Orthopedics, Spine, and Total Joint procedures. Required BLS Certifications Preferred Certification as Surgical Technologist

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34.00 - $43.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Orthopedics
• Surgery

Experience:

• Surgical Technologists: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person