OR TECHNICIAN (FT; 36hrs/wk) - Temple Health/Fox Chase Cancer Center

Temple University Health System, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare network as an OR Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in patient care and surgical procedures. This full-time position involves preparing for surgeries, ensuring the safety and comfort of patients, and supporting surgeons in a dynamic environment. With a commitment to advancing medicine and educating healthcare professionals, this role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a compassionate team dedicated to pioneering research and quality care. If you're passionate about making a difference in the operating room, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• Responsible for patient care and safety in the operating room.
• Prepares the sterile field and anticipates surgeon's needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient preparation and handle surgical instruments.
• Prepare the sterile field according to procedure and surgeon's preferences.

Skills

Surgical Technology

Patient Care

Instrument Handling

Sterile Field Preparation

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Certified Operating Room Technician (CORT)

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Graduate of Accredited School of Surgical Technology

Job description

Job Title: OR TECHNICIAN (Full-Time; 36 hours/week) - Temple Health/Fox Chase Cancer Center (251744)

The surgical technologist, under the guidance of the registered nurse, is responsible for the care and safety of patients. Responsibilities include case preparation, assisting with patient preparation, handling instruments and equipment properly, preparing the sterile field according to the specific procedure and surgeon's preferences, and anticipating the surgeon's needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
2. Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology (Required)
3. Certification: BLS - Basic Life Support (Required), CST - Certified Surgical Technologist (Required) or CORT - Certified Operating Room Technician (Required)

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of experience in an operating room

Note: Certification is required only for individuals hired after December 29, 2020.

About Temple Health and Fox Chase Cancer Center:

Temple Health is a network of hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices committed to advancing medicine and educating healthcare professionals. Fox Chase Cancer Center is a leading cancer treatment, research, and prevention institution, dedicated to providing compassionate care and pioneering research.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.