Operating Room Technician II

Statement of Purpose: Under the direction of the RN in charge of the surgical team the OR technician assists in the provision of nursing care and preparation of surgical patients.# Functions as a member of the sterile team in gown and gloves, creates and maintains as sterile field and passes instruments to members of the OR team.

Provides preoperative and postoperative care under the direction of an RN. MAJOR TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Prepares operating room with necessary supplies and equipment to perform anticipated procedure(s). Sets up sterile instruments; anticipates and requests additional supplies/instruments as needed. Demonstrates knowledge and proper use of all equipment including those used in specialty procedure including, but not limited to laparoscopic, vascular, orthopedic, gyn, urologic, ophthalmologic, ENT.

Assists in the maintenance, care and cleaning of instruments.# Assumes responsibility for safe handling and care to prevent patient injury or damage to sophisticated equipment.# Recognizes and utilizes correct techniques for cleaning and decontamination.# May prepare instrument sets for sterilization. Maintains constant awareness of aseptic technique.

Alerts team to potential breaks in technique. May assist in transport and preparation and positioning of patient.# Assists in review of pertinent chart information. May apply monitoring equipment in preoperative area. Utilizes proper gowning and gloving techniques.# Assists surgeons and other members of the surgical team in gowning and gloving.

Assists in meeting needs of surgical team through out procedure by anticipating and passing appropriate instruments, sutures, sponges.# May adjust lights and/or equipment as directed. Does required sponge, needle and instrument counts with circulating RN before, during, and at closed of procedure.# Handles and cares for operative specimens correctly.

May apply post operative dressing. Assists team in safe transfer of patient to post anesthesia care unit. Completes cross training and assists the RN in PACU.# Applies monitoring equipment; monitors vital signs.# Observes patient closely for changes in condition.# Reports changes to RN promptly. Transports stable patients to room, gives comprehensive report to receiving unit staff.

Completes documentation of PACU observations and interventions. Completes cross training and assists RN in minor out-patient procedure rooms or ASU as needed. May occasionally assist with emergency procedures in ER or ICU. Assists or assumes responsibility for clean up of operating room.# Gathers instruments for cleaning, removes linens, gloves, utensils, equipment and wastes.

May operate decontamination and/or sterilizing equipment. Maintains strict infection control principles.# Utilizes universal precautions at all times. Assists in maintenance of inventory, may order supplies as directed by Nurse Manager of Surgical Services. Demonstrates knowledge of proper handling of hazardous materials and hazardous wastes.

Demonstrates familiarity with fire and safety policies of the institution. # Actively utilizes available resources to maintain competencies through attendance in college credit classes, outside inservices and/or viewing of practice related inservices.# Attends all mandatory programs.# Assists in meeting age related needs of surgical patients in provision of care; demonstrates knowledge and skills needed to provide care across the life span as directed by the RN.

May assist in orientation process of others. When Staffing needs dictate, may work an alternate shift or be scheduled to work on an on-call basis.# Employees scheduled on call must report within 30 minutes of receiving a call.# Operating Room staff must report within 20 minutes of receiving a call. DEMONSTRATED BEHAVIORS: Demonstrates and exemplifies Code of Conduct and Ethical Behavior by: ######## a) Considering first the well-being of the patient.

############# b). Conducting all interactions with patients, visitors, employees, physicians, volunteers, healthcare providers or any other individuals in a courteous, honest and respectful manner. ######## c) Demonstrating ethical and professional behavior at all times. ######## d) Refraining from conduct that may reasonably be considered offensive to others or disruptive to the workplace or patient care.

Offensive conduct may be written, oral or behavioral. Assumes responsibility for own professional growth and development as demonstrated by attendance at continuing education ad inservice programs.# Meets mandatory inservice requirements. Arrives for work on time and as scheduled. Is knowledgeable and practices safely using infection control, universal precaution and safety protocols.

Uses appropriate universal precautions, infection control practices, along with proper lifting and transfer techniques to promote patient and employee safety. Is knowledgeable and complies with hospital policies and procedures. May assist in the promotion of our institution and profession by participation in hospital promotion and health fair activities.

Performs other duties as requested within the scope of applicable licensure, abilities and policies. All employees are responsible for providing excellent customer service through words and actions that support our commitment to caring and quality. All employees are responsible for creating a culture of employee and patient safety and for ensuring the highest quality of care for patients throughout JMH.

EDUCATION:# Requires High School diploma or equivalent, plus graduation from an Accredited School of Nursing with current NYS License and registration as LPN or be a Certified Surgical Technologist by nationally accredited credentialing organization, or have completed an appropriate training program as defined by NYS regulations at hire*; or #have been employed as Surgical Technologist in a healthcare facility for at least one year within the four years immediately prior to January 1, 2015; or employed by the federal government performing related duties.

*Non-certified individuals must obtain certification within the latter of 12 months of hire or January 1, 2016. Reference: New York State public health law section 2824 EXPERIENCE:# LPN must have at least six months Med/Surg nursing experience; three months operating room experience preferred. CONTACTS:# Frequent contact with physicians, and employees within the department; casual contact with patients.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:# Stands and walks most of day; assists in lifting patients and carrying instruments and supplies. WORKING CONDITIONS:# Normal.# Exposed to communicable disease, blood and body fluids, unpleasant odors and irritating materials.# Subject to strains, cuts and burns.