OR Tech II

About the role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision by the OR Manager/Surgery Center Manager, scrub for surgical cases as a member of the OR Team working with surgeons, registered nurses, anesthesiologists, certified nurse anesthetists and ancillary support personnel.
• Handle instruments, supplies, medication, media, specimens, and instrument cases.
• Assume responsibility for call when fully trained.
• Demonstrate the assimilation of the principles of asepsis and patient and staff safety in performance of duties.
• Manage the surgical field efficiently to assure minimal waste of supplies and equipment.
• Maintain supplies and equipment in assigned specialties.
• Demonstrate skills in scrubbing for all surgical specialties as measured by direct supervisory observation.
• Use past clinical experience and knowledge to assist in solving immediate patient care problems as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback.
• Work with ORT Coordinators to assist in implementation of new policies or procedures and provide support for those already established as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback.
• Work with ORT Coordinators and Team Leaders to assure the procedure cards remain accurate as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback.
• Assist in validating OR personnel in specialty equipment as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback.
• Assist with the maintenance of inventory for assigned specialties as directed by ORT Coordinator or Team Leader as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback.
• Use supplies and institutional resources in a financially responsible manner as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback.
• Ensure maintenance of all assigned specialty equipment as measured by direct supervisory observation.
• Work with others to identify budget/replacement needs of surgical specialty supplies and equipment as measured by direct supervisory observation.
• Actively participate in product, supply, and instrument evaluation with cost and quality considerations as measured by direct supervisory observation.
• Maintain an orderly, clean, and safe work environment and personal appearance as measured by direct supervisory observation and patient and/or co-worker feedback.
• Teach new OR Technologists the majority of specialties as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback.
• Coordinate training with ORT Coordinator and Nurse Educator as measured by direct supervisory observation.
• Serve as a mentor and resource for other staff members as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback.
• Assume call duties as scheduled as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback.
• Participate in staffing patterns that reflect variable demands in service as measured by direct supervisory observation.
• Exhibit knowledge of skills, importance of teamwork and consideration of others.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, use flexibility and innovation while problem-solving as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback.
• Demonstrate collaborative practice with all members of the healthcare team as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback.
• Participate in departmental/organizational committees as assigned as measured by direct supervisory observation.
• Demonstrate initiative in expanding and sharing knowledge as measured by indirect managerial observation.
• Participate in continued education through attendance and presentations at in-service sessions as measured by indirect managerial observation.
• Assist in evaluating new equipment and training policies as measured by direct managerial observation.
• Communicate with patients and coworkers using means to protect patient privacy and maintain confidentiality as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback.
• Adhere to hospital policies with particular attention to protect patient's rights and confidentiality as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback.
• Communicate necessary information to supervisor or team leader in support of unit, departmental and facility standards and policies as measured by indirect managerial observation.
• Demonstrate concern for culture of safety for patients and staff as measured by direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Requires one of the following:
  • Successful completion of a nationally accredited education program for surgical technologists and holds and maintains a certified surgical technologist credential administered by a nationally accredited surgical technologist credentialing organization, OR
  • Has completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or Public Health Service Commissioned Corps, OR
  • Provides evidence of employment as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility for a cumulative period of one year, occurring between 2011 and 2015; OR
  • Is in the service of the federal government, to the extent the person is performing duties related to a Surgical Technologist.
  • Received education in an accredited program for licensed practical nursing.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years experience as a surgical technologist, required.
• Minimum 1 year hospital experience as an OR Technologist, required.

Licensure/Certifications

• Current Surgical Technologist certification required (AST or NCCT), required.
• Licensed as LPN by New York State Office of Professions, required.
• BLS required within 6 months of hire date.

Skills

• Clinical Skills: Focusing, Reading/Writing/Comprehension, Attention to Detail, Communication, Accountability, Interacting with People, Listening, Reliability

Physical Requirements

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
• Occasional: crouching, typing/clerical/dexterity, kneeling.
• Frequent: lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, stooping, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking, fit testing.
• Constant: grasping, hearing, standing.

Hazards

• Occasional burns.
• Frequent radiation/radiant energy.
• Constant bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability protection.
• Retirement benefits including an employer match.
• Position is eligible for a sign on bonus up to: USD $15,000.00.

Pay

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

• Pay Range Minimum: USD $29.56/Hr.
• Pay Range Maximum: USD $44.34/Hr.