OR Tech

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as an OR Tech today with HCA Florida Kendall Hospital. Job Summary and Qualifications The Operating Room Technician demonstrates knowledge of surgical instruments and principles of sterile technique. The Operating Room Technician anticipates the needs of the surgical suite within the scope of the position’s competencies with the use of critical thinking. The Operating Room Technician adheres to hospital policies and procedure, is supervised by the Registered Nurse, and collaborates with the surgical team to improve customer satisfaction. The Operating Room Technician is a supportive role and will be implemented, as the needs of the department require. Major Responsibilities Assembles supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures. Prepares sterile instrument table as well as gathering equipment after procedure for cleaning and sterilization. Accurately completes all sponge, sharp, and instrument counts and reports all discrepancies to the nurse or surgeon. Positions patient accordingly to type of surgery. Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards. Provides comfort and support pre-operative patients. Transports patients to and from surgical suite. Assists the surgical team in surgical procedures which may include passing instruments, sponges, and sutures. Cleans and prepares room between procedures and after last case; restocks supplies when necessary and organizes effectively for end of case clean up. Maintains a safe work area. Performs other duties as assigned. Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” and “Mission and Value Statement.” Specialty-Specific Responsibilities Maintains aseptic techniques and actively monitors situations which could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Properly handles specimens: Identifies specimen appropriately with the physician – maintains specimens during the procedure and checks with surgeon prior to passing off field. Obtains specific supplies, non-narcotic medications and equipment: Checks preference cards prior to case and makes arrangements to obtain special supplies. Qualifications Minimum high school diploma or equivalent. Operating Room Scrub Technician Certification (CST) – preferred. Completion of an Accredited Surgical Scrub Technician Program or experience working as a scrub tech. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification or must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date. 1 year minimum experience as an OR TECH. Benefits Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services. Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services. Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence. Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling. Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing. Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts. Eligibility Note Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr