Surgical Technologist

Arkansas Urology; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Centerview Surgery Center Little Rock is seeking an OR support professional to assist in organizing the operating room and ensuring a smooth daily workflow. You will help nurses and physicians deliver high-quality patient care by maintaining equipment readiness and aseptic conditions.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, current BLS certification, and prior operating room exposure. Two years in a hospital OR is preferred to join our team.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Operating room experience required.
• Two (2) years of hospital main operating room experience desired.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the organization and daily function of the operating room in accordance with established standards and facility policies and procedures.
• Assists the nurses and physicians in delivering the highest standard of patient care available.

Skills

Troubleshooting equipment

Sterile technique

Aseptic practice

Equipment safety

Inventory management

Case preparation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Centerview Surgery Center Little Rock, AR

HOURS

Monday-Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm

Description

Assists in the organization and daily function of the operating room in accordance with established federal, state and accreditation standards and facility policies and procedures. Assists the nurses and physicians in delivering the highest standard of patient care available.

Technical Skills

• Capable of troubleshooting equipment problems.
• Verbalizes knowledge of risks and complications.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate personnel.
• Demonstrates awareness of protocol for malfunctioning equipment and repair.
• Anticipates the need for equipment and supplies based on surgeon preference.
• Selects equipment and supplies in an organized, cost-effective, and timely manner.
• Assures all equipment is functioning before use and removes any malfunctioning equipment.
• Demonstrates skill in appropriate use of instruments and equipment.
• Operates mechanical, electrical and air-powered equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions.
• Assures emergency equipment and supplies are available at all times.
• Keeps surgical suites clean, tidy, free of soiled equipment and supplies, and properly stocked.
• Follows established policies and procedures for surgical counts.
• Initiates corrective actions when surgical counts are incorrect.
• Demonstrates ability to create and maintain a sterile field.
• Uses principles of aseptic practice in varying situations.
• Initiates corrective action when breaks in technique occur.
• Wears appropriate attire in restricted area.
• Adheres to recommended traffic patterns.
• Demonstrates knowledge in the safe care and handling of instrumentation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of sterile processing standards and practices.
• Assists with inventory management.
• Assists with OR turnover, and preparation of sterile supplies (e.g. opening, case pulling).

Requirements

High School diploma or GED. Operating room experience required. Two (2) years of hospital main operating room experience desired. Current BLS certification required. Certification/Licensure as a