Surgical Technician
Piedmont Athens Regional
Athens, GA
$8-100/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care316 beds
Pay
Description
Procedure Support Tech - Main OR, FT Nights
Overview:
The Procedure Support Tech I performs patient and non-patient functions under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse. This job is responsible for performing a range of self-directed support activities that contribute to the overall efficiency of the perioperative area(s). Work involves inventorying, disassembling, cleaning, reassembling, maintaining operating room equipment, positioning patients, and patient preparation for procedure. If needed assists with case cart preparation. Assists in maintaining a clean, sanitary, orderly procedural environment, and transports patients as required. To function as an integral member of the operating room team and contribute to maintaining a safe, professional, respectful and effective patient care environment.
Responsibilities:
The Procedure Support Tech I performs patient and non-patient functions under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse. This job is responsible for performing a range of self-directed support activities that contribute to the overall efficiency of the perioperative area(s). Work involves inventorying, disassembling, cleaning, reassembling, maintaining operating room equipment, positioning patients, and patient preparation for procedure. If needed assists with case cart preparation. Assists in maintaining a clean, sanitary, orderly procedural environment, and transports patients as required. To function as an integral member of the operating room team and contribute to maintaining a safe, professional, respectful and effective patient care environment.
Qualifications:
Education
- H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
Licenses and Certifications
- BCLS - Basic Life Support AHS BLS Certification Upon Hire Required
Business Unit : Company Name:
Piedmont Athens Regional HospitalFacility
Piedmont Athens Regional
3 nurses recommend working with Piedmont Athens Regional
- Short Term Acute Care
- 316 beds
Employer
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