AGENCY - OR Tech I

$44,782 - $67,184/Yr

Bassett Healthcare - Cooperstown, NY

Full-time

Cooperstown, NY

Utilities

About the position

The OR Tech I position at Bassett Healthcare is a vital role within the operating room team, responsible for assisting in surgical procedures by scrubbing for cases, managing instruments, and ensuring patient safety. This role requires collaboration with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists, and involves maintaining a sterile environment while efficiently managing surgical supplies and equipment. The OR Tech I is expected to demonstrate clinical skills, adhere to safety protocols, and participate in ongoing education and training.

Responsibilities

• Scrub for surgical cases and assist the surgical team during procedures.
• Handle instruments, supplies, medication, media, specimens, and instrument cases.
• Manage the surgical field efficiently to minimize waste of supplies and equipment.
• Maintain supplies and equipment in assigned specialties.
• Demonstrate skills in scrubbing for all surgical specialties as measured by supervisory observation.
• Select appropriate equipment and supplies for surgical cases based on feedback.
• Handle instrumentation safely with attention to counts and personal safety.
• Adhere to standards of practice to ensure patient safety.
• Assist with inventory maintenance for assigned specialties as directed.
• Use supplies and institutional resources responsibly.
• Differentiate sterilization methods for specific instruments and equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and personal appearance.
• Assist in training students or new personnel as directed.
• Participate in staffing patterns that reflect variable demands in service.
• Demonstrate collaborative practice with all members of the healthcare team.
• Participate in departmental/organizational committees as assigned.
• Communicate necessary information to supervisors or team leaders.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of a nationally accredited education program for surgical technologists or equivalent military training required.
• Evidence of employment as a surgical technologist for a cumulative period of one year between 2011 and 2015, or service in the federal government related to surgical technology required.
• Must obtain Surgical Technologist certification within one year from graduation.
• Must obtain BLS certification within 6 months from date of hire.
• Experience as a surgical technologist preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a healthcare facility as a surgical technologist.
• Additional certifications in surgical technology.

Benefits

• Competitive pay range of USD $21.53 to $32.30 per hour.
• Equal employment opportunities without discrimination.