Surgical Technician: OR Prep & Instrumentation Expert

SAH Brown University Health Fall River; United States; On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

SAH Brown University Health Fall River is seeking a Surgical Technician to support the operating room by preparing sterile supplies, assembling instrumentation, and ensuring all equipment is ready and functioning for procedures.

You will collaborate with the OR circulator, perform surgical counts, maintain the sterile field, and assist in room turnover while upholding CST and BLS requirements and hospital safety standards.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years previous preferred
• Knowledge of aseptic technique, infection control principles, sterilization techniques, equipment and supply processing, and operation of steam sterilizers.
• Knowledge of Spaulding Classification.
• Knowledge of Universal Protocol.
• Knowledge of AORN Standard and Recommended Practices.
• Ability to prioritize equipment needs of the operating room.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees.
• Anticipates surgeon needs
• Maintains surgeon's preference cards
• Processes all instruments and equipment for the operating room
• Performs surgical counts
• Transfers, but not administer, drugs within the sterile field
• Assists in counting sponges, needles, supplies and instruments with an operating room circulator
• Performs specimen handling
• Assists in room turnover
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

aseptic technique

infection control

sterilization techniques

prioritize equipment needs

team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited school of surgical technology

Tools

CST

BLS

Job description

SAH Brown University Health Fall River is seeking a Surgical Technician to support the operating room by preparing sterile supplies, assembling instrumentation, and ensuring all equipment is ready and functioning for procedures.

You will collaborate with the OR circulator, perform surgical counts, maintain the sterile field, and assist in room turnover while upholding CST and BLS requirements and hospital safety standards.