Surgical Support Technician - Main Operating Room

Responsible for rendering technical patient care and assistance to an assigned patient population under the supervision of a higher level health care professional in the main operating room and/or satellite areas.

• Provides indirect patient care within the surgical arena.
• Adheres to basic sterile technique practices.
• Assists in the maintenance of a safe environment for patientsself and staff.
• Recognizes the importance of time sensitive issues.
• Supports operating room procedures.
• Maintains patient positioning devices.
• Demonstrates proper room cleaning/turnover.
• Interfaces effectively with peers and customers and assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others per departmental policy.
• Demonstrates leadership in the delivery of technical patient care.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
  

Position Compensation Range: $15.37 - $23.82 Hourly

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School or Equivalent. Surgical Support - OR training program is required for continued employment in the OR as a Surgical Support Technician.
Experience: 1+ years of customer service or patient care experience. Including, but not limited to, volunteering, or other customer-facing experiences is preferred.
Licensure: CNA Preferred, EMT Preferred. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling, reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, cold, radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

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