Perioperative Tech

CommonSpirit Health • Redding, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Perioperative Support Tech, you will perform self-directed activities crucial for the efficiency and smooth operation of the perioperative area(s), contributing to a safe, sterile, and organized surgical environment. Every day you will inventory, disassemble, clean, reassemble, and maintain OR equipment, while assisting in maintaining a clean OR environment and transporting patients. All tasks will strictly adhere to Standard Precaution guidelines and safety standards. To be successful, you need exceptional attention to detail, a proactive approach to maintaining the perioperative environment, and a thorough understanding of safety protocols.

Requirements

• High School Graduate/GED or equivalent level of work experience
• One year prior Perioperative Technician experience in an acute care operating room
• Basic Life Support - CPR through American Heart Association
• Ability to independently function in fast paced, demanding environment, implement critical thinking skills and anticipate needs of the department
• Ability to read and comprehend physician preference cards and equipment operation instructions
• Technical ability to effectively operate and troubleshoot equipment and ability to cross train to core tech and central sterile tech duties

Nice To Haves

• Completion of central sterile/instrument processing course

Responsibilities

• Cleans areas according to environmental standards and department regulations
• Cleans and maintains steam and Steris sterilizers per protocol
• Processes stat instruments according to department standards
• Independently functions in case preparation and distribution of supplies, including gathering positioning equipment and case care, and returning equipment after use
• Sets up the orthopedic fracture tables and positioning devices
• Maintains, initiates and stocks OR rooms

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees