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Be a part of the Insight Chicago team that provides PATIENT CARE SECOND TO NONE! If you would like to be a part of our future team, please apply now! Short Summary Within the OR managerial structure, the trained Operating Room Tech shall assist in nursing care activities under the direction of a registered nurse and according to the job description and policies of the department.
The Operating Room Tech is assigned scrub duties and specific institutional nursing services duties concerning procedural knowledge/skills and the complexity of the patient’s condition and/or the situation. These duties are to be performed in a highly confidential manner, following the mission, values, and behaviors of Insight Hospital and Medical Center. Employees are further expected to provide a high quality of care, service, and kindness toward all patients, staff, physicians, volunteers, and guests.
Duties and
Assists with planning and implementation of activities related to direct patient care: Assists in accomplishing an individualized care plan by providing for the physical comfort, safety, and emotional welfare of the surgical patient. Works cooperatively as a team member with all related departments to ensure optimal patient care. Aware of and maintains principles of aseptic technique.
Performs primarily in the role of scrub nurse to include. Prepares room, supplies, and equipment for the patient. Carries out scrub nurse activities required during the operation in such a manner as to ensure asepsis and patient safety.
Assists the primary RN circulator with delegated circulating duties. Assists in room clean-up between cases at the end of the schedule. Responsible for preparation and aftercare of equipment and supplies.
Sterilize equipment according to manufacturer recommendations. Assists in taking inventories of equipment and supplies. Recognizes and acts appropriately in an emergency.
Participates in staff conferences as a member of the OR nursing team. Assists in the orientation process of new personnel in there are of clinical expertise. Assists in the revision of departmental procedures.
Shares new knowledge with staff. Helps maintain a clean and orderly environment in the OR. Utilizes and supports Hospital and Operating Room policies, rules, and regulations.
Adheres to fire and safety regulations of the hospital. Maintains strict sharps protocol and follows Standard Precautions. Performs all other duties as assigned.
Job Specifications Knowledge: High School Diploma is required. Surgical Scrub Tech Certification is required. Can supply evidence through references of on-the-job training and experience as a surgical scrub tech preferred.
Previous experience as a surgical scrub technician required. 3 + years experience. Neurosurgery, Orthopedic Surgery and General Surgery experience. Skills & Abilities: Commitment to teamwork is required.
Ability to relate well with people required. Ability to problem solve independently required. Professionalism and confidentiality are required.
Paid Sick Time - effective 90 days after employment Paid Vacation Time - effective 90 days after employment Health, vision & dental benefits - eligible at 30 days, following the 1st of the following month Short and long-term disability and basic life insurance - after 30 days of employment Insight Employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
Insight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!