Surgical Tech Certified PRN and on call shifts

Unity Health • Searcy, AR

96d

About The Position

The operating room OR Tech must have a thorough knowledge of sterilization and disinfection. Surgery requires constant focused attention on the operative site. While there may be periods of relaxed activity, the surgical technologist is in motion during most of the procedure, either preparing equipment for delivery or passing instruments in the correct spatial position. At the same time, he/she must be anticipating the next step of the procedure. This requires moderate to intense levels of concentration during the procedure. He/She must be able to stand for long hours and lift 15-30 lbs. This tech will be able to accurately hand instruments to the physicians during procedures, and will assist the physician in performance of the procedure. Other responsibilities include: anticipation of the time constraints, to be prepared for procedures when needed and in a timely manner. Also, expected to assist in cleaning duties. He/She will also need to prepare cases for the following day, by utilizing physician preference cards. This OR Tech will also assist the CPD technician in the central processing department as needed. Will assist the circulating nurse as needed in transportation of the patient and/or preparation of the patient or operating room. Participates in the OR call schedule, as needed. Ability to work irregular hours.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Graduate of an operating room technician, surgical technician or surgical technologist program in a Certified School of Operating Room Technology.
• Certification as an OR Technician.
• One year experience surgical assisting in the operating room preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment for delivery or pass instruments in the correct spatial position during surgery.
• Anticipate the next step of the procedure.
• Assist the physician in the performance of the procedure.
• Prepare cases for the following day using physician preference cards.
• Assist in cleaning duties.
• Assist the CPD technician in the central processing department as needed.
• Assist the circulating nurse in transportation of the patient and/or preparation of the patient or operating room.
• Participate in the OR call schedule as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees