OR Technician

Overview:
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Qualifications:
Education, Knowledge, Licenses, Skills and Abilities Required:

Graduated from an accredited education program for Surgical Technologists..

Demonstrate the ability to successfully complete orientation and all associated competencies.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) unless exempt per NJ Surgical Technology Certification Law.

AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

Minimum of one year (1) of surgical scrubbing experience in an acute care setting.

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today

Responsibilities:
A day in the life of OR Technician at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

Actively participate in all scrubbing responsibilities in compliance with HMH policies and AORN Recommended Standards of Practice.

Displays an understanding of surgical procedures being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgical team.

Demonstrates an understanding of how to care for surgical instruments, equipment, and supplices essential for the surgical procedure.

Maintains compliance with the following standards of practice including but not limited to the HMH Infection Control and OSHA requirements. Understands the proper handling of surgical specimens in accordance with department and HMH policies and procedures.

Understands aseptic and sterile field management including but not limited to scrubbing, gowning, gloving, preparing the sterile field, and identifying breaks in sterility.

Assists the surgical team in the room turnover and preparation for the next surgical procedure.

Participates in quality improvement initiatives, preceptorship of new team members, and other activities that will improve patient outcomes.

Other duties and/or projects as assigned.

Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

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