Operating Room Technician
Operating Room Technician
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$ 25 - 35
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Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
- An Operating/Procedure Room Technician performs technical responsibilities relative to assisting physicians with the instrumentation of surgical intervention.
- Monitors PAR levels of all surgical instruments and supplies.
- Cleans and sterilizes all surgical instruments.
- Participates in staff meetings and performance improvement activities.
- Works under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Additional languages preferred.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served in the Center.
- Must demonstrate the knowledge of the principle of growth and development of the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients
- requirements relative to his/her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the Centers policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of instruments and surgical techniques; instrument and needle counts; isolation techniques and terminal cleaning of surgical instruments and rooms.
- Demonstrates knowledge of specific technical surgical skills.
- Functions within the position description and within the scope of employee/patient relationship.
- Participates in opportunities of continuing education.
- Demonstrates the ability to utilize recognized channels of communication.
- Demonstrates the ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships with patients co workers and other health team members.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Education:
- Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program.
- Certification:
- Current certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
- Experience:
- Preferred: 12 years of experience in a surgical setting particularly in the operating room.
- Skills and Abilities:
- Proficiency in surgical instrument handling and sterile techniques.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fastpaced environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Physical stamina to stand for long periods and handle surgical equipment.
Licenses:
- Valid BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
Working Conditions:
- Frequent exposure to blood bodily fluids and other potentially infectious materials.
- Required to stand for extended periods.
- May involve lifting and positioning patients and heavy equipment.
Who We Are: EXAR Healthcare Staffing Agency has been providing customized solutions to organizations and job seekers. We are a rapidly growing MinorityOwned Business (MBE) that specializes in providing contract and temporary healthcare personnel to longterm care facilities and hospitals. If you have any questions regarding this job opening please feel free to contact us at or give us a call at
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
