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

University Hospital, Newark NJ • Newark, NJ

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About The Position

The 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 cost-effective 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 physician’s 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 non-certified 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, AORN’s 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.

Requirements

• 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 certification required.
• One (1) year of related experience preferred.
• Maintain a neat, clean, professional appearance.
• Understanding, patience, and tact in dealing with physicians and fellow workers.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination.
• Self-motivated and able to work efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical procedures and related operating room activities under the supervision of a professional nurse.
• Deliver care in a cost-effective manner without compromising quality.
• Possess knowledge of sterile and aseptic techniques.
• Facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures.
• Demonstrate competency to scrub for minor/major surgical and 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 professional growth and development.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees