Operating Room Technician

Work Shift:

Please see job description for details.

Time Type:

Full time

Department:

CC013190 Surgery

Summary:

Surgery Main OR, Mon-Fri, 7a-3p

Additional Information:

The Operating Room Tech (OR Tech) provides support to the Operating Room through completion of assigned tasks as delegated by the RN and/or Team Leader.

Required Education:

No education requirements

Recommended Education:

High school diploma or GED or equivalent

Required Work Experience:

Entry Level - Experience not Required.

Recommended Work Experience:

Required Certifications:

Recommended Certifications:

Description

1. Assists with transfers and admissions as directed by licensed staff.

2. Relays pertinent information to OR team as appropriate to assist with individualizing the patient plan of care.

3. Performs clerical duties, including chart formation and availability, and acts as a courier between ancillary departments (lab) as needed.

4. Assists with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly patient/department environment which is in compliance with infection control, safety, OSHA, and other regulatory processes.

5. Ensures that clean beds/stretchers are readily available outside of ORs for timely patient transfers.

6. Assists EVS staff with between case cleaning and trash collection, and ensures that appropriate cleaning supplies are available for rapid room turnover.

7. Practices optimal infection control processes both in patient contact and equipment cleaning/maintenance.

8. Ensures that patient supplies, linens and equipment is organized, clean, and properly re-stocked for optimal cost effectiveness and availability for patient care.

9. Practices cost effective use of supplies.

10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Arkansas Children’s ( is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas.

Arkansas Children’s is driven by four core values—safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence—which inform every action.

Arkansas Children’s Hospital has received Magnet Status ( from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report ( for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology.

For more than a century, Arkansas Children’s has met the unique needs of children. But we’re more than just a hospital treating sick kids—our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.

Arkansas Children’s Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children’s Northwest ( provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state.

“Arkansas Children’s is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children’s, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better.” Michael – Business Operations Manager

“Arkansas Children’s Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children.” Linda – Information Systems Analyst

“We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children.” Angela – Parking and Fleet Coordinator

“Care, love, and hope for children!” Kathy – Administrative Assistant

“When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children’s Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!” Nick – Supply Assistant

Arkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.