Education:
Successful completion of a six (6) month accredited training program for Operating Room Technician beyond high school preferred.
Licensures/Certifications:
Heart Saver (CPR Certification).
Certified as a Surgical Technologist
Experience:
At least six (6) months previous O.R. technician experience.
Skills:
* Analytical skills necessary to organize and prepare operating room according to standard methods and guides.
* Ability to accurately identify large volumes of surgical instruments and supplies.
* Ability to concentrate and pay attention to detail in performing technical tasks and anticipating surgical needs.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Pre-operative duties:
* Prepares operating room by selecting and opening sterile supplies according to procedure and physician preference card.
* Pre-assembles, adjusts and checks non-sterile equipment to ensure that it is in proper working order.
* Positions patient on the operating table and transports patients to and from surgery.
* Assists with circulating duties under the direct supervision of the R.N.

Intra-operative duties:
* Ensures all sterile equipment and instruments are in good working order prior to the start of the surgical case. Assists surgeon with draping of patient.
* Passes instruments and provides sterile items to surgeons and assistants during procedures, holds retractor devices observing sterile techniques at all times.
* Checks, mixes, and distributes appropriate fluids and drugs on the sterile field under the direct supervision of the RN. Connects drains and tubing.
* Performs surgical counts in accordance with policy and procedure. Aware of and follows AORN Standards and Surgical Services Policies and Procedures.
* Sponges or suctions operative site, cuts suture material as directed by surgeon. Assists with application of sterile dressing of operative site following closure.
* Receives surgical specimens and passes them from the sterile field to the circulating nurse as soon as possible and correctly identified specimens.

Post-operative duties:
* Cleans and reassembles instruments and properly delivers them to the decontamination area. Assures the working order of delicate instrumentation.
* Assists in wrapping sterile items for sterilization when necessary.
* Obtains stock and supplies for operating room.
* Returns equipment to proper location(s).
* Assembles case carats for next working day.
* Assists in transporting patients and securing equipment from other departments.

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:

Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

• Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy

• Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities

Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

• Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
• Actively pursues learning and self-development
• Pays attention to detail; follows through

Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

• Sets a positive, professional example for others
• Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them
• Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties
• Reports to work regularly and on time

Teamwork

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team
• Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way
• Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions
• Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others

Ethical Behavior

I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

• Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment
• Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers

Results

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

• Embraces change and improvement in the work environment
• Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services
• Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles
• Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently

COVID-19 Vaccination

All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.