OR Tech I

OR Tech I

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.

The OR Tech I, under general supervision by the OR Manager/Surgery Center Manager is a member of the OR Team, working with surgeons, registered nurses, anesthesiologists, certified nurse anesthetists and ancillary support personnel whose primary function is scrubbing for surgical cases. Other functions include handling instruments, supplies, medication, media, specimens, and instrument cases. When fully trained the OR Tech I assumes responsibility for call.

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, required OR
• Has completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, required 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, required

Experience:

• Experience as a surgical technologist, preferred

Licensure/Certifications:

• Must obtain Surgical Technologist certification within 1 year from date of graduation and date of hire, OR Licensed by New York State as an LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
• Must obtain BLS certification within 6 months from date of hire, required

Skills:

• Clinical Skills
• Communication
• Reading/Writing/Comprehension
• Accountability
• Attention to Detail
• Focusing
• Interacting with People
• Listening
• Reliability
• Self-Motivated

Physical Requirements:

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for 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, hearing
• Frequent kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, stooping, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking, fit testing
• Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, standing

Hazards:

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

Working Conditions:

• Occasional odors

Travel:

• No travel

Bassett Healthcare Network's commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

• 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
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

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.

USD $26.25/Hr. USD $39.37/Hr.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.