OR Tech

OR TECH *Safety Sensitive Job          Full-Time Monday - Friday Plus Call

We are looking for a capable and self-assured surgical tech to join our growing medical facility. As a surgical tech, you will assist surgeons, registered nurses, and other members of the surgical team in the operating room. Our ideal candidate is a team player who can complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
Surgical Tech Duties and Responsibilities

- Maintain the sterile field throughout surgical procedures

- Scrub arms and hands according to established protocol

- Assist the surgical team with scrubbing in and putting on gloves and masks

- Pass surgical instruments to surgeons as needed during surgical procedures

- Hold retractors and complete additional tasks at surgeon’s request during procedures

- Handle tissue specimens obtained for laboratory analysis

- Count sponges, rags, needles, and instruments before, during, and after procedures

- Following surgeries, wash and sterilize all medical instruments and equipment

- Clean, organize and restock the operating room following surgical procedures

- Supply fluids for use during operations, including blood, glucose, plasma, and saline

- Prepare patients for surgical procedures

- Monitor patient’s’ vital signs throughout surgery

- Ensure proper operation of equipment such as lights and suction machines

- Offer technical assistance to the surgical team: surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists
Requirements

- Associate of Science degree in surgical technology or related field or

- Completion of vocational certificate program in surgical technology or

- Certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or

- Two years of experience in a similar position  or LPN Preferred

- The applicant must be a high school graduate or equivalent and must have a valid BLS Certification.