Operating Room Technician I, (Certified Surgical Technologist) Perioperative Services

University Hospital, Newark NJ•Newark, NJ

18h•$31 - $33

About The Position

The Operating Room Technician I works under the direct supervision of a professional nurse and performs duties supporting surgical procedures and related operating room activities. The technician provides care in accordance with the Association of Surgical Technologists’ Recommended Standards of Practice, delivering cost-effective care without compromising quality. The role requires knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique, human anatomy, surgical procedures, and the instruments and technology used to support physicians during invasive, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures. The technician demonstrates competency in scrubbing for minor and major surgical procedures, including endoscopic procedures. This is a certified technician position. The Operating Room Technician I participates in departmental quality assessment and improvement activities, student teaching, and professional development; meets hospital continuing education and certification requirements; and upholds Patient Care Services philosophy and objectives. The technician demonstrates knowledge of the Association of Surgical Technologists’ Recommended Standards of Practice and AORN’s Age Specific Competency Statements. Performance is measured as observed by the Nurse Manager and/or Educational Specialist according to OR policy and procedure, unless otherwise indicated.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technician Program.
Must be eligible to sit for the LCC-ST certifying examination.
Must pay attention to detail.
Must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
Must be self-motivated and work efficiently and effectively.
Must maintain a neat, clean, professional appearance.
Must have understanding, patience, and tact when dealing with physicians and fellow workers.
Must be willing to work with employees with varying levels of skill, knowledge, and ability.
Must wear hospital-provided scrub attire while on duty.
Must work in an air-conditioned environment with temperatures of 65–73 degrees and humidity of 45–55%; for assigned pediatric cases, temperatures may reach 85–90 degrees F.
The work involves constant walking, bending, stooping, and standing for long periods, as well as pushing and pulling heavy objects such as gurneys and patient and OR beds.
The position carries potential exposure to cuts, bruises, muscle strains, contagious disease via bodily fluids, anesthesia waste gases, ethylene oxide, harsh disinfectants, sterilizing agents, high steam pressure agents, and radiation.

Nice To Haves

One year of related experience preferred.
Certification as an Operating Room Technician (LCC-ST) plus one year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with surgical procedures and related operating room activities under the direct supervision of a professional nurse.
Provide care consistent with the Association of Surgical Technologists’ Recommended Standards of Practice while maintaining quality and cost effectiveness.
Apply knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique, human anatomy, surgical procedures, and operating-room instruments and technology to support physicians during invasive, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures.
Demonstrate competency in scrubbing for minor and major surgical procedures, including endoscopic procedures.
Participate in departmental quality assessment and improvement activities.
Meet hospital continuing education and certification requirements.
Participate in student teaching activities.
Uphold Patient Care Services philosophy and objectives.
Demonstrate knowledge of the Association of Surgical Technologists’ Recommended Standards of Practice and AORN’s Age Specific Competency Statements.
Demonstrate professional growth and development.