Operating Room Technician - Labor and Delivery - Per Diem

AtlantiCare; Galloway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Retirement Plans

Job summary

AtlantiCare seeks an Operating Room Technician for Labor and Delivery on a per diem basis. The role supports the surgical team, maintains sterile technique, and assists with patient positioning while ensuring patient privacy and high-quality care.

Responsibilities include instrument handling, sponge/needle counts, and collaboration with the perioperative team to meet departmental objectives. Per diem scheduling and on-call expectations apply.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent with ability to read, speak, and write English.
• Certification as a surgical technologist or recognized credential; grandfathering rules apply for certain dates.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team during procedures as scrub/instrument person.
• Pass sponges, instruments, and sutures; maintain counts.
• Assist with patient positioning and room setup; ensure confidentiality and quality of care.

Skills

Clinical Applications

Education

High School degree or equivalent

Surgical technologist credential (NBSTSA or successor)

Job description

Operating Room Technician - Labor and Delivery - Per Diem

Job Description

ATLANTICARE _____________________________________________ROLE DESCRIPTION POSITION SUMMARY The Operating Room Technician assists the surgical team during operating procedures under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The Technician provides direct patient care as a scrub/instrument person during surgery. Duties include arranging sterile set up, passing sponges, instruments and sutures, adjusting lights, cleaning operating room, and maintaining accurate sponge, needle and instrument count. The Technician assists with moving and positioning the patient as directed by the surgical registered nurse. 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 degree or equivalent; ability to read, speak, and write English. Successful completion of a nationally or regionally accredited educational program for surgical technologist and holds and maintains a certified surgical technologist credential administered by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or its successor, or other nationally recognized credentialing organization; or has completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Crops, or Coast Guard of the United States or in the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps; or provides evidence that the person was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility on the effective date of P.L.2011, C.148 (c.26:2h-12.62 et seq.) or that the person was employed to practice surgical technology in a surgical practice, as defined in subsection g. of section 12 of P.L.1971, c. 136 (C26:2H-12), on the effective date of section 1 of P.L.2017, c.283. Requirements are grandfathered if evidence is provided to show the incumbent was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility on December 21st 2011.

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 Director in Perioperative Services 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.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: High School degree or equivalent; ability to read, speak, and write English. Successful completion of a nationally or regionally accredited educational program for surgical technologist and holds and maintains a certified surgical technologist credential administered by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or its successor, or other nationally recognized credentialing organization; or has completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Crops, or Coast Guard of the United States or in the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps; or provides evidence that the person was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility on the effective date of P.L.2011, C.148 (c.26:2h-12.62 et seq.) or that the person was employed to practice surgical technology in a surgical practice, as defined in subsection g. of section 12 of P.L.1971, c. 136 (C26:2H-12), on the effective date of section 1 of P.L.2017, c.283. Requirements are grandfathered if evidence is provided to show the incumbent was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility on December 21st 2011.Specialty/ Experience/ Advanced Certification RequiredOR: 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. BLSHCP certification required upon hire or transfer.

• Job Identification 101130
• Job Category Nursing Support
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Per Diem
• Pay Range $25.49-$38.26
• Holidays Required Yes
• Weekends Required Yes
• Hrs Per Week Varies
• Posting Requirement Post Int & Ext

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being of our team members. 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.

Pay Transparency

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AtlantiCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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