Operating Room Technician

Methodist Hospital Sacramento • Sacramento, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As our Operating Room Tech, you will be a vital member of the surgical healthcare team, providing essential technical and supportive services within our fast-paced Operating Room environment. You will be instrumental in preparing the surgical suite, ensuring sterile conditions, and actively assisting during procedures to support optimal patient outcomes. Every day you will meticulously set up and prepare the operating room, utilizing physician's preference cards to obtain necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment for each case. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate strong technical skills with a deep understanding of aseptic technique principles. You will be able to effectively communicate and collaborate as a team member, anticipate surgical needs, and maintain a safe working environment.

Requirements

• One (1) year OR experience.
• Or graduate of an accredited surgical technology program with an externship at Methodist Hospital Main.
• Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Meticulously set up and prepare the operating room, utilizing physician's preference cards to obtain necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment for each case.
• Demonstrate strong technical skills with a deep understanding of aseptic technique principles.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate as a team member, anticipate surgical needs, and maintain a safe working environment.
• Competent in psychomotor skills and technical procedures.
• Responsible and accountable for using aseptic technique principles in preparation for and assisting with surgical procedures and to create and maintain a sterile field.
• Sets up and is prepared sufficiently ahead of time to prevent delays in the schedule and to facilitate case flow.
• Utilizes physician's preference cards/receipts to obtain instruments, supplies, and equipment in preparation for each case.
• Maintains adequate supplies during procedure, anticipates needs and is an active participant in surgical procedures.
• Responsible and accountable for sharps containment, safety and disposal to facilitate safe handling by assistants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed