Operating Room Technician - Perioperative Services, PRN

Good Samaritan • Vincennes, IN

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About The Position

The Operating Room Technician participates as a member of the perioperative patient care team, performing direct and indirect perioperative tasks for patients having surgical procedures and assisting with surgical room turnaround. The role includes preparing patients for surgery, transporting patients and materials, supporting sterile technique and room readiness, and assisting nurses and anesthesia providers. The technician contributes to the call team and provides considerate care responsive to patients’ and families’ individual and age-specific developmental needs.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Previous hospital or healthcare experience in direct patient care.
• Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the registered nurse with direct patient care by preparing patients for surgical procedures in the pre-operative area and surgical room.
• Transport surgical patients between departments.
• Collaborate with team members to prepare surgical equipment using sterile technique to provide a clean and safe environment.
• Pick up and deliver blood, blood products, and specimens in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Assist the operating room team with room turnover, restocking supplies, and handing sterile supplies according to policy and procedure.
• Deliver needed equipment to various areas of the hospital for anesthesia providers.
• Provide care with consideration of patients’ and families’ individual needs and age-specific developmental needs.
• Use supplies and items needed for departmental operations in a fiscally responsible manner.
• Contribute as part of the call team.
• Assist other departments with transporting when available.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED