Operating Room Technician

Four -10-hour shifts per week

No weekends, No holidays

Summary
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse and/or Physician, the Surgical Technologist handles the instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure.

He/she has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.

Position Responsibilities

• Scrubs for, prepares, sets-up and assists during any surgical procedure and provides support to nursing and ancillary departments by transporting and transferring patients to and between units when necessary.
• Prepares instruments and supplies for future procedures.
• Collects and handles specimens according to policy and procedures.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required
One year OR Training or Experience.

Required Education
High school graduate or equivalent.

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Training Program.

Training/Certifications/Licensure
BLS.

Surgical Technologist Certification preferred

Maintenance of New Jersey State required 15 CEs per year.