Operating Room Technician - Surgery Center

Position: Operating Room Technician - Surgery Center Location: Jefferson City, MO Job Id: 2165 # of Openings: 1 RESPONSIBILITIES Job Specific Competencies Performs duties and anticipates to assist the physician and provide needed supplies and equipment in anticipation of the procedure. Knowledge and understanding of the principles of sterilization, aseptic techniques. Assists in maintaining the supply inventory and practices cost awareness measures as applicable. Ensures efficient telephone communication and correctly uses facility communication systems and office equipment. Provides appropriate safety and infection control measures. JCMG Core Competencies Strives for Continuous Quality Improvement. Participates in educational experiences designed to maintain and/or improve professional competence. Maintains high work ethic standards. Provides quality customer service to staff, patients and visitors at all times. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education High school diploma or GED Completion of an Operating Room Technician course or minimum two years experience in an Ambulatory Surgical/Endoscopy setting Experience Prefer 2-years experience in an Ambulatory Surgical/Endoscopy setting Certification/License BCLS certification or obtain within 3 months WORK ENVIRONMENT Working environment is generally favorable; however, there is exposure risk in the form of disease and potential for exposure to electrical and explosion hazards common in a surgical department environment. High potential for exposure to blood and body fluids; personal protective equipment required. BENEFITS Health insurance & employer paid short- and long-term disability Generous PTO policy, beginning at 148-hours annually Employer Retirement Plan (401K) with employer match Tuition reimbursement and other professional advancements, including a Medical Assistant training program #J-18808-Ljbffr