Operating Room Technician

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This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

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Work Shift:
Please see job description for details.
Time Type:
Full time
Department:
CC013190 Surgery
Summary:
Surgery Main OR, Mon-Fri, 7a-3p
Salary:
Most new hires start between $15.00-$18.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
Additional Information:
The Operating Room Tech (OR Tech) provides support to the Operating Room through completion of assigned tasks as delegated by the RN and/or Team Leader.

Required Education:
No education requirements
Recommended Education:
High school diploma or GED or equivalent
Required Work Experience:
Entry Level - Experience not Required.
Recommended Work Experience:

Required Certifications:

Recommended Certifications:

Description
1. Assists with transfers and admissions as directed by licensed staff.

2. Relays pertinent information to OR team as appropriate to assist with individualizing the patient plan of care.

3. Performs clerical duties, including chart formation and availability, and acts as a courier between ancillary departments (lab) as needed.

4. Assists with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly patient/department environment which is in compliance with infection control, safety, OSHA, and other regulatory processes.

5. Ensures that clean beds/stretchers are readily available outside of ORs for timely patient transfers.

6. Assists EVS staff with between case cleaning and trash collection, and ensures that appropriate cleaning supplies are available for rapid room turnover.

7. Practices optimal infection control processes both in patient contact and equipment cleaning/maintenance.

8. Ensures that patient supplies, linens and equipment is organized, clean, and properly re-stocked for optimal cost effectiveness and availability for patient care.

9. Practices cost effective use of supplies.

10. Performs other duties as assigned.