Operating Room Technician

Location:

• Philadelphia, PA 19107

Status:

• Full-time (40 hours per week)

Primary Function:

• Under the direction of the Registered Nurse and/or Physician, the OR Technologist maintains medical instruments, supplies and all other materials needed during surgical procedures. He/she has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during operative procedures and is responsible for maintenance of the sterile field.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• In conjunction with the registered nurse, ensures that all required items (implants and supplies) are in place prior to scheduled operative cases.

• Assists in selecting and assembling instruments, supplies, and equipment for surgical procedures utilizing Universal Precautions; maintains aseptic techniques (gowning, gloving, surgical scrub, and OR suite traffic control).

• Responsible for the maintenance of equipment and supplies and ensures proper protection when transporting to sterile processing.

• Assists in transporting patients, case carts and equipment prior to and after completion of each surgical case.

• Participates in OR suite turn around by assisting in cleaning and case cart management (spraying of enzymatic solution) between surgical procedures.

• Ensures the proper handling of specimens and cultures in accordance with hospital procedures and best practices.

• Demonstrates ability to deliver safe and accurate care to patients under the direct supervision of the registered nurse/physician.

• Provides patient support during the administration of anesthesia.

• Assists with opening sterile supplies in preparation for surgical procedures.

• Under the supervision of the physician or registered nurse, assists in positioning patient during surgical procedures.

• Maintains an awareness of the surgical procedure to anticipate the needs of the surgeon.

• Actively participates in OR quality initiatives.

• Formulates and maintains effective working relationships with peers, managers and other members of the health care team.

• Avoids repeating rumors or soliciting unfounded statements, keeps personal biases to oneself, maintain positive image.

• Receives constructive feedback in a positive self-develop-mental manner.

• Functions as an effective team member.

• Demonstrate adaptability, flexibility, and accountability when changes are made in job description and responsibility, including performing all qualified duties throughout other areas of the hospital.

• Strives to maintain the confidentiality of all patients and their families/significant other(s).