OR Technician, Certified OR Tech, or LPN/OR Tech - Operating Room

UVM Health - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in New York is seeking a skilled LPN/Operating Room Technician. In this role, you will act as a primary scrub person and be responsible for assisting in surgical procedures, caring for patients, and handling various OR equipment. Candidates must be currently licensed in New York and possess strong communication and organizational skills. BLS certification is preferred. Join a dedicated team providing essential healthcare services in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to take call as scheduled.
• Process basic Windows knowledge.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods.

Responsibilities

• Act as a primary scrub person in surgical procedures.
• Assist in treatment and care of patients.
• Perform ECGs and assist in clerical activities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Technical proficiency in OR equipment

Ability to work under stress

Organizational skills

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Currently Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State

BLS Certified preferred or obtain within six months

Job description

Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, current bargaining unit employees have priority consideration for this position if they apply within seven (7) days of the posting date. After this period, all applicants will be considered equally.

On-call as scheduled

Must be able to take call as scheduled.

General Summary

An LPN/Operating Room Technician (LPN/ORT) is a member of the surgical team who acts as a primary scrub person and must be technically adept by handling the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary before, during and after the surgical procedure. LPN/ORTs are required to perform all cases that surgeons perform. They may also circulate under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The LPN/ORT must be able to anticipate the needs of the surgeon, have excellent adaptation and coping skills, excellent organizational skills and be a team player. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to lift patient and equipment with assistance of other personnel or without as need dictates. LPN/ORT must have excellent communication skills and maintain asepsis at all times. Must be able to serve as a resource person for certain specialties. Will assist directly with orientation, training and serve as a mentor for new LPN/ORTs. Must work closely with RNs in room and management about instrumentation and equipment for cases. Also will assist in education of all LPN/ORTs. LPN/ORTs will work primarily at CVPH main campus with assignments to Ambulatory Surgery Center. The LPN/ORT can assist the Pre‑op and Post‑op areas by performing various duties under direction of unit director/manager or registered nurse. The LPN/ORT can assist in treatment and care of patients, collect blood and other patient samples, perform ECGs and assist in receptionist/clerical activities.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Currently Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State.
• Meets requirements of pre‑employment screening and physical.
• Excellent attendance record required.
• Process basic windows knowledge.
• Must be able to take call as scheduled.
• Must be self‑motivated and technically adept.
• Able to handle a high stress level.
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods.
• BLS Certified preferred or obtain within six months.
• Knowledge of technical OR equipment and/or Anatomy & Physiology.