Surgical OR Technician - On-Call & Education Mentor

UVM Health - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in New York is seeking an Operating Room Technician to join their surgical team. The role involves being a primary scrub person during surgeries, requiring skills in communication, organization, and customer service. Candidates must have a high school diploma, graduate from a surgical technology school, or be a Licensed Practical Nurse. AHA-BLS certification is necessary. Ideal candidates should be self-motivated and adept at managing stress while maintaining aseptic conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of surgical technology school with certification within 12 months OR currently Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Basic computer knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as a primary scrub person in the surgical team.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and maintain asepsis.
• Assist in education and training of new ORTs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work independently under stressful conditions

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Graduate of surgical technology school

AHA-BLS Certified

Job description

A healthcare facility in New York is seeking an Operating Room Technician to join their surgical team. The role involves being a primary scrub person during surgeries, requiring skills in communication, organization, and customer service. Candidates must have a high school diploma, graduate from a surgical technology school, or be a Licensed Practical Nurse. AHA-BLS certification is necessary. Ideal candidates should be self-motivated and adept at managing stress while maintaining aseptic conditions.