What are the responsibilities and job description for the OR Technician position at C0010 Franciscan Health Crown Point?
Franciscan Health Crown Point 12750 S Francis Dr Crown Point, Indiana 46307 The Operating Room (OR) Technician is a non-certified position within Franciscan that performs various tasks supporting perioperative services, including preparation of operating room, transport of patients, supplies, equipment, and specimens. This position assists Surgeons, Anesthesiologists, Registered Nurses, and other members of an operating room team by preparing patients for their procedures, sterilizing equipment, and maintaining environmental cleanliness before, during and after surgical procedures. This position, also, provides technical assistance to the surgeon by passing instruments, ensuring the functioning of instruments, and keeping instruments free of debris during surgical procedures. The Operating Room Technician monitors the patient's vitals during surgical procedures. WHO WE ARE Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Prepare and maintain a safe and sterile environment for surgical patients. Assist in proper patient transferring to and from O.R. table. Assist in maintenance and care of specimens following established procedures. Participate in the planning and delivery of patient care, demonstrating technical competency. Collaborate and actively participate with the circulator in planning and preparations based upon needs of patient, surgical procedure, and physician reference. Assist patients to maximize comfort in a caring, respectful manner. Respond to patient requests, as appropriate. Qualifications Required Must be enrolled in the Surgical Technologist Program Required High School Diploma/GED 5 years Related experience Preferred TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Never or Rarely EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity. Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.