Operating Room Technician (Surgical Technologist), Part time

University of Maryland Medical System; Largo (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Ein fortschrittliches Gesundheitszentrum sucht einen engagierten Operating Room Technician, der für die Übergabe von Instrumenten und die Unterstützung des OP-Teams verantwortlich ist. In dieser Teilzeitrolle werden Sie in einem dynamischen Umfeld arbeiten, das auf die Verbesserung der Patientenversorgung abzielt. Ihre Aufgaben umfassen die Vorbereitung und Organisation von chirurgischen Instrumenten, die Gewährleistung der aseptischen Techniken und die Unterstützung der Patienten während des gesamten Prozesses. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für die Gesundheitsversorgung haben und Teil eines innovativen Teams sein möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Qualifications

• Zertifizierung als chirurgischer Techniker erforderlich.
• Weniger als 1 Jahr Erfahrung erforderlich; 1-3 Jahre bevorzugt.

Responsibilities

• Instrumente während Operationen übergeben und aseptische Techniken anwenden.
• Patientenbedürfnisse während der OP unterstützen und sicherstellen.

Skills

Aseptische Techniken

Patientenversorgung

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Zertifizierung von einem akkreditierten chirurgischen Technikprogramm

Basic Life Support (BLS-HCP) Zertifizierung

Job description

Operating Room Technician (Surgical Technologist), Part time

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Located in Largo, Prince George’s County, our new state-of-the-art regional medical center (UM Capital Region Medical Center) aims to improve access to primary and ambulatory care, serving as a tertiary care center for critically ill patients and expanding community health offerings.

Job Description

Position Summary: Passes instruments during surgeries, applying aseptic techniques. Arranges sterile setups and inventories supplies. Performs duties requiring certification and surgical experience or training.

Principal Duties:

• Assist RN with patient admission to OR, ensuring timely process.
• Prioritize and plan care based on surgical needs.
• Select and organize equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Ensure completeness and functionality of surgical tools and supplies.
• Be attentive to patient needs—physiological, psychosocial, safety, emotional.
• Assess patient condition upon admission and notify RN of critical findings.
• Support cultural practices that do not interfere with care plans.
• Follow surgical hand scrub, gowning, gloving policies.
• Prepare surgical instrumentation, equipment, and supplies.
• Follow policies for sponge, sharp, and instrument counts.
• Drape patient and assist with aseptic draping techniques.
• Pass instruments and supplies during surgery.
• Handle specimens and cultures per policy.
• Maintain a quiet, focused environment in the OR.
• Assist with patient comfort, transfers, and physical needs as delegated.
• Practice life-saving measures when necessary.
• Maintain aseptic technique intraoperatively and report breaches.
• Operate sterilization and mechanical equipment properly.
• Use preference cards for equipment and supplies.
• Follow precautions for hazardous materials and sharps disposal.
• Use supplies cost-effectively and maintain cleanliness post-procedure.

Customer Service & Co-worker Relations

• Greet patients and staff courteously, maintaining professionalism.
• Communicate effectively, respecting confidentiality and protocols.
• Respond promptly to inquiries and concerns.
• Offer assistance proactively and resolve conflicts professionally.
• Respect schedules, attend meetings punctually, and communicate absences.

Self-Management & Qualifications

• Dress appropriately, wear ID badge visibly.
• Complete assignments timely and adhere to safety and confidentiality policies.
• Maintain professional growth and competency.
• Certification from an accredited Surgical Tech program required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS-HCP) certification required.
• Less than 1 year experience required; 1-3 years preferred.
• Experience in OR tech or equivalent training preferred.

Skills & Working Conditions

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Physical ability to lift, push, reach, and communicate effectively.

Additional Details

Work under constant supervision, with conditions including lifting, bending, and extended walking. Compensation ranges from $35.97 to $41.36 per hour. Benefits info available in the UMMS Benefits Guide.