Operating Room Technician

Mission Regional Medical Center•Mission, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Operating Room Technician, sometimes referred to as a Surgical Technician Surgical Tech or Scrub Tech. An OR Tech will prepare, maintain, and assist in the operating room (OR) to ensure surgeries run smoothly and safely, including management surgical instruments. You will be part of the surgical team, working closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses to create a safe and efficient environment for surgery, helping surgeries proceed smoothly. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed. Shift’s Available: Days Employment Type: Per Diem (PD / PRN) Hours: Varied Location: Mission Regional Medical Center - Mission, TX Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Competitive compensation Medical insurance benefit plan 401K Sick leave accrual

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent or related experience required for new hires effective April 2014.
Graduate of an ORT training program or on the job training with a minimum of 3 years experience (surgical setting preferred).
Experience in scrubbing minor and major procedures in the generalized surgical specialties, (i.e., GYN, General and Plastics).
Experience in scrubbing at least minor procedures in the specialty surgical areas (i.e., ortho, neuro, ENT, Uro. Etc.).
Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Responsibilities

Prepare the operating room by setting up surgical instruments, sterilizing equipment, and arranging necessary supplies such as surgical drapes, sponges, and gowns
Ensure all equipment is functioning properly before the surgery begins, this may include surgical lights, suction machines, and monitoring devices
Assist with preparing and draping the surgical site on the patient to maintain a sterile field, helping prevent infections
Hand instruments, sponges, and other supplies to surgeons and nurses as needed throughout the procedure, know the functions of each tool, and anticipate what the surgeon may need next
Monitor the sterile field and ensure it remains uncontaminated, if anything becomes unsterile, it is their responsibility to quickly replace it or inform the team
Count all instruments, sponges, and other materials before and after surgery
Reset the operating room after surgery, ensure it is stocked and organized for the next procedure, following strict protocols for safety and hygiene