Operating Room Tech I - OR - Full Time

Operating Room Technician I

The Operating Room Technician I will aid the Operating Room team members prior, during, and after surgical procedures. The main functions of this position will include transporting patients/specimens; obtaining supplies/laboratory products; and maintaining a clean environment within the department.

High School Education or GED required. Certified in Basic CPR within 6 months of hire.

No experience required.

Essential Functions:

• Transporting patients and lab products/specimens to and from the Operating Room (OR).
• Protects patient privacy and modesty; is authorized to access secured storage areas in the performance of essential job functions and duties.
• OR equipment/supplies transportation; transports specimens, cafeteria supplies, blood, and other items as assigned.
• Maintaining supplies and equipment Is authorized to access secured storage areas in the performance of essential job functions and duties.
• Restock warmers with solutions and blankets, stock forms and count sheets, etc.
• Assists with the orientation of new employees.
• Responsible for accurate and clear communication to other members of the health care team when giving reports.
• Uses the appropriate chemicals, supplies, or equipment when needed.
• Decontaminate operating room after surgical cases.
• Maintains an acceptable level of cleanliness for all anesthesia and OR equipment.

Other Duties:

• Demonstrates initiative in completing work that needs to be done, within areas of responsibility.
• It is understood that this description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and that other duties may be assigned as necessary in the performance of this position.
• Recognizes and reports potential problems to the supervisor or nursing manager on the floor.

Pay Range $17.40 - $25.66/hour, DOE