Operating Room Assistant Technician - Mainland Campus - Per Diem

AtlantiCare; Galloway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)/403(b)

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

AtlantiCare in New Jersey seeks an Operating Room Assistant Technician to support the surgical team under the RN. You will assist with patient positioning, sterile setup, and specimen collection, delivering care promptly while maintaining confidentiality and teamwork.

The role requires a high school diploma, ARMC surgical tech program completion, and BLS certification; proficiency in clinical applications is preferred and training is provided as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of surgical technician assistant program.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team during procedures under RN direction.
• Provide direct patient care as retractor/heart holder during surgery.
• Arrange sterile setup, adjust lights, clean OR, skin prep.
• Move and position patient as directed by RN; transport patients/equipment.
• Assist with personal care needs; participate in plan of care.
• Communicate observations and data to Clinical Associate.
• Collect test specimens as directed and document care activities.

Skills

BLS Certification

Surgical Technician Training

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Surgical technician assistant program (ARMC)

Job description

Job Description

ATLANTICARE _____________________________________________ROLE DESCRIPTION POSITION SUMMARY The Operating Room Assistant Technician assists the surgical team during operating procedures under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The Assistant Technician provides direct patient care as a retractor/heart holder person during surgery. Duties include arranging sterile set up, adjusting lights, cleaning operating room, and skin preparation prior to surgery under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. The Technician also assists with moving and positioning the patient as directed by the surgical registered nurse and transporting patients and equipment. The Assistant technician is responsible for assisting patients with personal care needs and participates in the plan of care. The Assistant technician regularly communicates observations and data collection to the Clinical Associate. This position also collects test specimens as directed according to established procedures and documents patient care activities consistent with data collection and the test performed. The Associate assists customers in a friendly, prompt, caring manner, always maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and respect. This position works as part of the care team to meet the needs of the customer and to support team objectives, assisting other team members when necessary. This position delivers care in a prompt and professional manner, always maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and respect. The Technician works as part of the care team to meet the needs of the customer and to support departmental objectives. The Technician provides quality customer service, participates in performance improvement efforts and assumes responsibility for professional growth and development.

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of surgical technician assistant program administered by ARMC. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: BLS certification required. EXPERIENCE: Preferred but not required. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS Demonstrates the competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT Potential for exposure to the hazards of the hospital environment, such as exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous waste, and potential injury. Position requires considerable standing, reaching and walking. Requires the ability to lift up to 60 lbs. Requires good hand/eye coordination and finger/hand dexterity, as well as good visual and hearing acuity and ability to maintain retraction for long periods of time. Essential functions of this position are listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP This position reports to the Clinical Manager of the Operating Room. The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Benefit Offerings AtlantiCare offers eligible Full-time and Part-time team members the ability to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)/403(b), Life Insurance, Disability and other supplemental benefit programs.

Job Description

ATLANTICARE _____________________________________________ROLE DESCRIPTION POSITION SUMMARY The Operating Room Assistant Technician assists the surgical team during operating procedures under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The Assistant Technician provides direct patient care as a retractor/heart holder person during surgery. Duties include arranging sterile set up, adjusting lights, cleaning operating room, and skin preparation prior to surgery under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. The Technician also assists with moving and positioning the patient as directed by the surgical registered nurse and transporting patients and equipment. The Assistant technician is responsible for assisting patients with personal care needs and participates in the plan of care. The Assistant technician regularly communicates observations and data collection to the Clinical Associate. This position also collects test specimens as directed according to established procedures and documents patient care activities consistent with data collection and the test performed. The Associate assists customers in a friendly, prompt, caring manner, always maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and respect. This position works as part of the care team to meet the needs of the customer and to support team objectives, assisting other team members when necessary. This position delivers care in a prompt and professional manner, always maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and respect. The Technician works as part of the care team to meet the needs of the customer and to support departmental objectives. The Technician provides quality customer service, participates in performance improvement efforts and assumes responsibility for professional growth and development.

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of surgical technician assistant program administered by ARMC. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: BLS certification required. EXPERIENCE: Preferred but not required. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS Demonstrates the competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT Potential for exposure to the hazards of the hospital environment, such as exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous waste, and potential injury. Position requires considerable standing, reaching and walking. Requires the ability to lift up to 60 lbs. Requires good hand/eye coordination and finger/hand dexterity, as well as good visual and hearing acuity and ability to maintain retraction for long periods of time. Essential functions of this position are listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP This position reports to the Clinical Manager of the Operating Room. The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Benefit Offerings AtlantiCare offers eligible Full-time and Part-time team members the ability to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)/403(b), Life Insurance, Disability and other supplemental benefit programs.

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Benefits

We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans with employer contributions
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Wellness Programs to help you thrive
• Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.

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AtlantiCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer