Operating Room Technologist
Hermiston, OR
Cross Country Nurses
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Surgical Technician/Operating Room Technician, ORT. The Surgical Technician facilitates operative and other invasive procedures by preparing sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment; maintaining the sterile field; and anticipating the needs of the surgical team. The role also supports instrument processing, procedure-room preparation, patient privacy, and ongoing competency activities.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shifts, 8 hours per shift, 40 hours per week, with call requirements.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification.
• Additional Information:
  • Functions as a scrub person during operative and other invasive procedures.
  • Assembles and organizes sterile supplies and instruments.
  • Performs accounting procedures in coordination with the registered nurse circulator.
  • Assists with sterile draping and provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team.
  • Maintains sterility and takes corrective action when needed.
  • Prepares sterile dressings.
  • Cleans and prepares surgical instruments for processing and transport to decontamination areas.
  • Assists with post-procedure room cleaning and preparation for subsequent patients.
  • Participates in education and competency verification activities related to scrub-person responsibilities.
  • Maintains privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.
  • CRASE training is required if the assignment extends beyond six months.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits