Operating Room Technician - Perioperative Services, PRN
Good Samaritan
Summary
The Operating Room Technician will participate as a member of the perioperative patient care team performing direct and indirect perioperative tasks for patients having surgical procedures and to assist the team with turnaround of the surgical rooms.
Job description
Job Summary
The Operating Room Technician will participate as a member of the perioperative patient care team performing direct and indirect perioperative tasks for patients having surgical procedures and to assist the team with turnaround of the surgical rooms.
Essential Job Duties
- Assist registered nurse with the provision of direct patient care by preparing patient for their surgical procedure both in the pre-op area and surgical room.
- Transports the surgical patient between various departments.
- Collaborates with team members in preparing surgical equipment by utilizing principles of sterile technique to provide a clean and safe environment.
- Pick up and deliver blood, blood products, specimens as required aligning with the hospital policies and procedures.
- Assist the operating room team in the turnover of rooms, restocking supplies, and assisting in handing sterile supplies according to policy and procedure.
- Assist anesthesia providers by delivering needed equipment to various areas within the hospital.
- Maintains high satisfaction levels by providing care with consideration of the individual needs of the patient/family and their age specific/development needs.
- Supports the strategic plan by being fiscally responsible in utilizing supplies and items necessary for departmental operations.
- Contributes as part of the call team.
Secondary Job Duties That May be Reassigned
- Assist other departments with transporting when available.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Education: High School Graduate or equivalent
- Experience: Previous hospital or healthcare experience in direct patient care.
- Basic Life Support Certification
Requirements
- High School Graduate or equivalent
- Previous hospital or healthcare experience in direct patient care
- Basic Life Support Certification
Company overview
Good Samaritan is a network of community hospitals and healthcare facilities that have been serving patients across multiple regions in the United States for over a century. These healthcare institutions are known for providing comprehensive medical services with a strong focus on compassionate, patient-centered care. The Good Samaritan hospitals typically operate as acute care facilities offering specialized services including cardiology, orthopedics, trauma care, oncology, women's health, and emergency medicine. Many locations feature advanced medical technology and specialized centers of excellence, such as comprehensive stroke centers, Level II and III trauma centers, and specialized surgical facilities. These hospitals are deeply integrated into their local communities, often serving as regional healthcare hubs that provide accessible medical care to diverse populations. With employee counts typically ranging from 1,000 to 5,000 staff members across various locations, Good Samaritan facilities maintain a commitment to clinical excellence, professional development, and community health improvement. The organization emphasizes values of patient respect, integrity, dignity, and excellence in all aspects of healthcare delivery.