Operating Room Technician Surgery Full Time

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

This is the entry-level position for the MercyOne Surgical Tech apprenticeship program. Under direct supervision, transports patients from their room or SDS to the Surgery Holding Area or the Surgery rooms. Performs routine tasks within the department to which they are assigned, such as maintaining supplies, turning rooms between surgeries, running specimens to the lab and entering same in the computer, cleaning rooms between surgeries, ordering and restocking. Using Principles of Asepsis, opens sterile supplies and assists in preparing rooms for surgical procedure.

Employment Type

Full Time

Shift

Day

Position Purpose

Under direct supervision, transports patients from their room or SDS to the Surgery Holding Area or the Surgery rooms. Performs routine tasks within the department to which they are assigned, such as maintaining supplies, turning rooms between surgeries, running specimens to the lab and entering same in the computer, cleaning rooms between surgeries, ordering and restocking. Using Principles of Asepsis, opens sterile supplies and assists in preparing rooms for surgical procedure. Does surgical hand scrub, gowns, gloves and holds retractors during surgical procedures. Assists with sterile surgical prep.

What You Will Do

Ensures patients are properly identified according to the patient identification policy prior to transporting to holding area or Surgery.Assists the circulating nurse or anesthesia personnel in transferring the patient to the operating room table.Assists the surgeon, anesthesia, and circulating nurse in transferring, positioning the patient for the surgical procedure. Assures all bony prominences and nerve points are padded.Maintains cleanliness and organization of assigned department including operating rooms, scrub sink area, halls, and equipment utilizing 5S lean techniques.Assists with maintaining appropriate levels of inventory by picking up needed materials when necessary.Performs various other departmental functions on occasion, such as delivering schedules, mail and routing messages.Transports patients with IV pumps and/or oxygen and requests assistance from other staff when needed.Obtains sterile supplies and instruments for circulator and opens onto sterile field aseptically.Using principles of asepsis, performs surgical hand scrub, gowns, gloves, and hold retractors for surgical procedure.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.Current Basic Life Support Certification.Knowledge of and experience in back care and transfer techniques preferred.Knowledge of aseptic technique preferred.Is able to communicate effectively with all members of the health care team. Is able to perform a variety of duties characterized by frequent change.

Position Highlights And Benefits

The tri-state region, referred to as Western Iowa or Siouxland, is highlighted by safe and friendly communities, excellent schools and a mix of peaceful rural areas and vibrant city atmosphere where Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota meet at the Missouri River.Situated in the heart of downtown Sioux City, MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center is also well positioned for urban living in any of the newly renovated apartments, downtown lofts, or townhome living options. The downtown also features a historic district with excellent restaurants and social spots, and you'll just be steps away from the beautifully renovated Warrior Hotel for dinner and the gorgeous Orpheum Theatre for entertainment.

We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:

Wellness programsEducation reimbursementPersonalized health insurance plans including dental and visionPaid time offLong- and short-term leaveRetirement planningLife insurance coverage

Ministry/Facility Information

MercyOne Western Iowa serves the needs of individuals in a 33-county area including western Iowa, eastern Nebraska and southeastern South Dakota. MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center, a 238-bed regional facility, is home to the only Level II trauma center in the area – one of only four trauma care facilities in the state to receive verification from the American College of Surgeons – and MercyOne Air Med, a regional helicopter ambulance service. Along with owned and managed hospitals in Primghar and Hawarden, Iowa, and a partnership with Dunes Surgical Hospital in South Dakota, the region also operates a primary care network, specialty care clinics and home health care, providing an entire continuum of preventative, primary, acute and tertiary health care services to provide personalized, compassionate care for the communities we serve and beyond.

MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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