OR Tech, Part-time

About the Role

At Samaritan, we do more than deliver healthcare—we make a meaningful difference in the lives of our community every day. This position is responsible for performing the functions of an Operating Room Technician in collaboration with the Operating Room Registered Nurse. The OR Tech adheres to AORN Standards of Practice, manages supplies and equipment with the direction of the Operating Room Registered Nurse, and promotes teamwork with physicians and personnel of other departments. The OR Tech must fully understand the purpose and operation of Perioperative Services and have the ability to make decisions based on sound judgment when situations dictate.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of sterile/aseptic technique and recognizes and corrects any breaks in this technique.
• Demonstrates knowledge of location, care, and use of all equipment/supplies pertaining to the Operating Room.
• Maintains sterile field at all times.
• Performs room turnovers.
• Assists with instrument turnover and washing instruments as time permits.
• Changes bed linens on patient stretchers as necessary while the patient is in the OR.
• Assists with weekly and monthly housekeeping functions, including defrosting the refrigerator on a regular basis.
• Assists perioperative staff with patient transfers and restless patients.
• Plans for tasks and equipment associated with cases.
• Requests clarification on assignments as needed and follows through to complete job assignments within the agreed-upon time frame.
• Reports any equipment that is not in working order to the assigned RN.
• Delivers specimens and tests to appropriate areas.
• Assists with picking cases, putting away supplies, and other Sterile Core Tech functions.
• Identifies problems and/or needs for improvement and communicates this information to the Perioperative Services Director.
• Participates in developing, reviewing, and revising policies and procedures.
• Assists with the orientation of new employees as directed.
• Covers for absentee replacement on short notice.
• Initiates CPR as necessary.
• Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of the latest trends in the field of expertise.
• Ensures no injuries to self or others by following safe work practices and policies, including security and safety, understanding of MSDS, equipment, infection control, fire, disaster, safe lifting, and body mechanics.
• Ensures self-compliance with organization policies and procedures, as well as labor agreements.
• Ensures the interface with team members and other support groups is conducted in a courteous and efficient manner conducive to the organization’s values.
• Conducts self in a professional manner and ensures personal appearance meets the standards necessary to perform the job function while representing the organization.
• Handles additional accountabilities as required by management in a manner necessary to meet organizational standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of a basic Operating Room Technician Program or one year of general surgical experience preferred.
• Certified Surgical Technician (CST) preferred.
• Basic Life Support Heartsaver (HS) level certification to be completed within three (3) months of hire.
• One year of general surgical experience preferred.

Skills

• Demonstrates competency on equipment listed on the department-specific checklist.
• Critical thinking skills: seeks resources for direction when necessary, performs independent problem-solving, and makes logical and deliberate decisions.
• Performs actions that demonstrate accountability, exercises safe judgment in decision-making, and practices within legal and ethical guidelines.
• Demonstrates competency in the ability to care for customers/patients across the age continuum.

Work Environment

The individual in this position reports to the Perioperative Services Director and works closely with staff members and physicians to promote optimal care for the surgical patient.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent and at times prolonged standing, walking, lifting, reaching, kneeling, bending, stooping, crouching, pushing, and pulling.
• Manual dexterity.
• Heavy physical effort; ability to lift/carry up to 25 lbs. (supplies and equipment).
• Good reading eyesight; ability to see clearly 20 feet or more, judge distance and space relationships, and see peripherally.
• Full visual acuity and color perception.
• Ability to communicate using verbal and/or written skills for accurate exchange of information with physicians, nurses, healthcare professionals, patients and/or family, and the public.

Schedule

This is a part-time position working Monday-Friday (variable days) from 6:45 AM - 5:15 PM with mandatory call.

About Samaritan

Our Mission: All of us, for each of you, every time.

Our Vision: Together, serving as the trusted regional healthcare partner.

Our Values: Listen, Love, Respect, Excel, Innovate.

As a Samaritan professional, you will be asked to commit to being part of a culture grounded in our Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategy that brings service and operational excellence to life each day while creating an exceptional experience for our patients, professionals, physicians, and students. Additionally, adherence to our Professional Appearance Policy reflects the pride, respect, and professionalism we bring to those we serve.