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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailThe primary purpose of the Operating Room Technician II position is to be under the direct supervision of the professional nurse. The OR Technician II performs various duties to assist with surgical procedures and related operating room activities. The OR Technician II delivers care as reflected in the Association of Surgical Technologists Recommended Standards of Practice in a manner that is costeffective without compromising quality of care. The OR Technician II possesses knowledge of the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combines the knowledge of human anatomy surgical procedures and implementation tools to facilitate a physicians performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. The OR Technician II demonstrates competency to scrub for minor/major surgical and endoscopic surgical procedures. An Operating Room technician II is a noncertified technician. The OR Technician II participates in departmental quality assessment and improvement activities meets hospital continuing education and certification requirements participates in student teaching activities upholds Patient Care Services philosophy and objectives demonstrates knowledge of Association of Surgical Technologists Recommended Standards of Practice AORNs Age Specific Competency Statements and demonstrates professional growth and development. Measurement of performance behavior is as observed by Nurse Manager and/or Educational Specialist according to OR policy and procedure unless otherwise indicated.
Graduate from an accredited Surgical Technician Program. Certified as a Certified Surgical Technician (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or equivalent required. AHA CPR required. One 1 year of related experience preferred. Must maintain a neat clean professional appearance. Must have understanding patience and tact in dealing with physicians and fellow workers. Must pay attention to detail. Must have excellent handeye coordination. Must be selfmotivated and work in an efficient and effective manner. Must work in airconditioned environment with temperature of 6573 degrees and humidity of 4555. When assigned to pediatric cases temperature may be up to 8590 degrees F. Must wear hospital provided scrub attire while on duty. Potential for cuts bruises muscle strains and exposure to contagious disease via and body fluids. Potential for exposure to anesthesia waste gases ethylene oxide harsh disinfectants sterilizing agents high steam pressure agents and radiation. Willingness to work with employees at various levels of skill knowledge and abilities.
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