OR TECHNICIAN (Per Diem)

Surgical Technician

The Surgical Technician functions as a team member during the preoperative, intra-operative and postoperative phases of the surgical procedure. They are medical professionals who assist Surgeons during a procedure. They are responsible for preparing and organizing surgical rooms, cleaning equipment for procedures that require it and maintaining a sterile environment.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures
• Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure
• Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings
• Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures
• Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables in order to prevent injury to patient and personnel
• Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines
• Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis
• Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies
• Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments
• Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment
• Capable of following manufacturer's recommendations for cleaning supplies related to decontamination of GI scopes
• Capable of using computer software programs for documentation, inventory control, and educational programs
• Subject to follow physicians or mid-levels providers during clinical settings to encompass care of patients from intake through check out process
• Perform job duties as a Clinical Medical Assistant.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions

• Demonstrated knowledge of operation and maintenance of equipment and supplies located in the operating room.
• Must demonstrate technical competence, professional judgment and sensitivity for the patients and families.
• Must be able to interact professionally and effectively communicate with physicians, staff, patients, and public.
• Must have the ability to organize, prioritize and problem solve efficiently.
• Must have the ability to work in a demanding environment while remaining calm, efficient, and focused.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to meet competency requirements.
• Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Professional Development

• Promotes professional growth of self and co-workers by participating in on-the-job training, continuing education and assisting with training of new employees.

Physical Requirements, Safety, and Environmental Conditions

• Follows safe work practices, takes an active interest in preventing injury or illness and promoting a safe and healthful environment for self and others, and complies with Hospital and governmental safety regulations.
• Must function independently, have personal integrity, have flexibility and the ability to work effectively with other personnel, clients, and support agencies
• Sits, stands, bends, lifts, walks, and moves intermittently during working hours and ability to lift up to 20 lbs.

Compliance

• Assumes personal responsibility to comply with all Federal, State and local laws governing business conduct, conducts business in an ethical and trustworthy manner, and displays the qualities and characteristics of a professional at all times when dealing with patients, visitors, physicians, volunteers, and fellow employees.
• Exemplifies the Seneca Core Values in all aspects of work responsibilities and demonstrates these values to fellow employees and supervisors.

Quality of Work

• Assumes responsibility for professional customer service when working with the public, physicians, and other departments.
• Strives for excellence in following policies and procedures.
• Utilizes positive communication skills when interacting with people who work for, are serviced by, or associated with the hospital, to ensure that persons receive the highest degree of attention and courtesy.
• Maintains confidentiality of information received in the department and throughout the hospital by complying with strict confidentiality regulations per HIPAA requirements.
• Promotes professional growth of self and co-workers by participating in on-the-job training, continuing education and assisting with training of new employees.

Qualifications

• Certification as a surgical technician preferred, or similar experience in an operating room
• 1-2 years' experience working as a surgical technician
• Continuing in-service and education programs are required
• Current AHA Basic Life Support certificate is required