Operating Room Technician - Surgery Center

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Responsibilities Job Specific Competencies:

• Performs duties and anticipates to assist the physician and provide needed supplies and equipment in anticipation of the procedure.
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles of sterilization, aseptic techniques.
• Assists in maintaining the supply inventory and practices cost awareness measures as applicable.
• Ensures efficient telephone communication and correctly uses facility communication systems and office equipment.
• Provides appropriate safety and infection control measures.

JCMG Core Competencies:

• Strives for continuous quality improvement.
• Participates in educational experiences designed to maintain and/or improve professional competence.
• Maintains high work ethic standards.
• Provides quality customer service to staff, patients and visitors at all times.

Minimum Qualifications Education:

• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of an Operating Room Technician course or minimum two years experience in an Ambulatory Surgical/Endoscopy setting

Experience:

• Prefer 2-years experience in an Ambulatory Surgical/Endoscopy setting

Certification/License:

• BCLS certification or obtain within 3 months

Work Environment:

Working environment is generally favorable; however, there is exposure risk in the form of disease and potential for exposure to electrical and explosion hazards common in a surgical department environment. High potential for exposure to blood and body fluids; personal protective equipment required.

Benefits:

• Health insurance & employer paid short- and long-term disability
• Generous PTO policy, beginning at 148-hours annually
• 56 hours paid Holiday Leave
• Employer Retirement Plan (401K) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement and other professional advancements, including a Medical Assistant training program