Operating Room Technologist

South Kansas City Surgicenter•Overland Park, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Operating Room Technologist, 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. Bonus Options: up to $5,000 (Paid out as quarterly stipends) Shift’s Available: Days (No weekends or holidays) Employment Type: Full Time Hours: Days Location: South Kansas City Surgicenter – Overland Park, KS Located at I-435 and Nall in Overland Park10730 Nall Avenue | Suite 100 | Overland Park, KS 66211 Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Health, dental, and vision insurance options Paid vacation, sick time and holidays Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options Employer 401K options Tuition reimbursement options Life, disability, and other insurance options Many other amazing benefits

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited ORT/Surgical Tech program AND minimum one year of experience
On-the-job trained techs: minimum 2 years experience in a main OR surgical setting
Must be proficient in the following specialties: ENT and Plastics
Experience in scrubbing at least minor procedures in the specialty surgical areas (i.e., General, Ortho, Urology, Ophthalmic, Pain, Colo-Rectal)
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