Operating Room Technologist

South Kansas City Surgicenter•Overland Park, KS

5d•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. Shift’s Available: Days (No weekends or holidays) Employment Type: Per Diem/PRN 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: Competitive compensation Health insurance option 401K option

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited ORT/Surgical Tech program AND minimum three years of experience
Must be proficient in the following specialties: ENT, General, Gyn, Urology, Vascular, Neuro, Ortho 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
Proficient is defined as the associate can perform cases in that specialty independently

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