Hospital Operating Room Position Summary:

The surgical technician, under the guidance of the Registered Nurse, is responsible for the care and safety of the patients who come under his or her care. Included within this assignment is the responsibility of ensuring effective communication between him or herself, the OR Specialty and Nurse Manager, the patient, other staff, physicians, and other hospital departments.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Tech. program.
• One year of related formal education / training beyond high school.
• Six months to one year of job-related experience.
• Certification required within one year of employment

BLS Certification Preferred:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and policy and procedures manuals. Knowledge of and trained in age-specific categories being served: infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric. Knowledge of occupational health and safety, ergonomics, workers' compensation, and OSHA regulations. Demonstrated ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Demonstrated ability to interact with people at various levels in a courteous, tactful and poised manner. #

H Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $23.08 per hour Application Question(s): Have you completed an accredited Surgical Tech program?

Work Location:

In person