Operating Room Technician

CommonSpirit Health; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Folsom in Folsom, California is seeking an Operating Room Tech to assist the surgical team by preparing the OR, ensuring sterile conditions, and aiding during procedures to support optimal patient outcomes.

Eligible candidates have a Surgical Technology program credential with externship and Basic Life Support certification. The role emphasizes careful case preparation and proactive collaboration with surgeons and staff.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program with externship at Mercy Hospital Folsom's Main OR.
• 1 year of experience required.
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Association).

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare the operating room to prevent delays and facilitate case flow.
• Obtain instruments, supplies, and equipment using physician's preference cards.
• Assist during procedures and maintain a sterile field.
• Maintain sharps containment, safety and disposal.
• Ensure adequate supplies are available and anticipate needs during surgery.
• Collaborate with team to support safe patient care.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Sterile field maintenance

Surgical instrument prep

Team communication

Education

Surgical Technology program graduate

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Operating Room Tech, you will be a vital member of the surgical healthcare team, providing essential technical and supportive services within our fast-paced Operating Room environment. You will be instrumental in preparing the surgical suite, ensuring sterile conditions, and actively assisting during procedures to support optimal patient outcomes.

Every day you will meticulously set up and prepare the operating room, utilizing physician's preference cards to obtain necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment for each case.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate strong technical skills with a deep understanding of aseptic technique principles. You will be able to effectively communicate and collaborate as a team member, anticipate surgical needs, and maintain a safe working environment.

• Competent in psychomotor skills and technical procedures.
• Responsible and accountable for using aseptic technique principles in preparation for and assisting with surgical procedures and to create and maintain a sterile field.
• Sets up and is prepared sufficiently ahead of time to prevent delays in the schedule and to facilitate case flow.
• Utilizes physician's preference cards/receipts to obtain instruments, supplies, and equipment in preparation for each case.
• Maintains adequate supplies during procedure, anticipates needs and is an active participant in surgical procedures.
• Responsible and accountable for sharps containment, safety and disposal to facilitate safe handling by assistants.
• Job Requirements*Required
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program with an externship at Mercy Hospital Folsom's Main OR, or one (1) year experience.
• Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association.

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1989, Dignity Health - Mercy Hospital is a 106-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Folsom, California. Serving over 60,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, cancer care, women’s health, and neurology. Additionally, Mercy Hospital of Folsom has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and has been awarded the AMA/ASA’s Get the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to providing the best stroke care. It was recently named a Leapfrog 2025 Top General Hospital.

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Pay Range

$49.44 - $49.44 /hour