Surgical Technician OR/Periop 36N

Care New England; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Surgical Technician supports the operating room team by sterilizing, assembling, and maintaining equipment between procedures. They also handle specimens and help maintain a clean, efficient surgical suite.

Requirements include graduating from an approved Operating Room Surgical Technician program, CPR certification, and proficiency in English. Care New England values patient safety and teamwork in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Operating Room Surgical Technician program.
• Must have and maintain CPR Certification.
• Proficiency in the English language required.

Responsibilities

• Assists during surgical procedures, including sterilization, assembly, and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Cares for specimens according to OR policy.
• Performs cleanup between procedures.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.

Skills

CPR Certification

English proficiency

Education

Surgical Technician program

Job description

Job Summary

The Surgical Technician provides assistance during surgical procedures, and handles equipment and supplies, such as sterilizing, assembly and maintenance. Processes specimens, and prepares area between procedures. Performs other job-related duties to maintain department standards and productivity.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency in performing clinical care and assessment of patients of all ages: check which ages apply (newborn, infants, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics).
• Assists during surgical procedures, including sterilization, assembly, and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Cares for specimens according to O.R. policy.
• Performs necessary cleanup between procedures.
• Performs other job-related duties as required or requested.
• Preserves and protects patient rights to confidentiality.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved Operating Room Surgical Technician program.
• Must have and maintain CPR Certification.
• Proficiency in the English language required.

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

EEO Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job‑specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case‑by‑case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.