Surgical Technician OR (Part-Time)

Surgery Partners, Inc; Homewood (AL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

Surgery Partners, Inc in Homewood, AL seeks a Part-Time Surgical Tech OR to assist physicians with instrumentation, monitor PAR levels, and sterilize instruments. The role works under a Registered Nurse and supports performance improvement efforts.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and OR tech training or on-the-job experience; BLS certification is required. Strong English communication and teamwork are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Knowledge of instruments and surgical techniques; instrument counts and room cleaning.
• Must demonstrate growth and development awareness relevant to patient age needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with instrumentation during surgical procedures.
• Monitor PAR levels and sterilize instruments and rooms.
• Maintain communications and work under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Participate in continuing education and performance improvement activities.

Skills

Instrument handling

Surgical technique knowledge

English communication

Education

High School diploma

Operating Room Tech cert OR 1 year on-the-job

Job description

Job Title

Surgical Tech OR (Part-Time)

Position Summary

An Operating/Procedure Room Technician performs technical responsibilities relative to assisting physicians with the instrumentation of surgical intervention. Monitors PAR levels of all surgical instruments and supplies. Cleans and sterilizes all surgical instruments. Participates in staff meetings and performance improvement activities. Works under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Education And Experience

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of approved Operating Room Technical School with certification preferred, or one (1) year of on the job experience.

Required Licensure And Certification

• No license required.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Additional languages preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served in the Center.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge of the principle of growth and development of the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients requirements relative to his/her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the Centers policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of instruments and surgical techniques; instrument and needle counts; isolation techniques and terminal cleaning of surgical instruments and rooms.
• Demonstrates knowledge of specific technical surgical skills.
• Functions within the position description and within the scope of employee/patient relationship.
• Participates in opportunities of continuing education.
• Demonstrates the ability to utilize recognized channels of communication.
• Demonstrates the ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships with patients, co workers, and other health team members.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
• And more!

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.