+ GENERAL SUMMARY + Under departmental supervision or the direction of the circulating Registered Nurse, follows established policies, procedures and regulations and performs/assists various technical procedures or drug preparation, maintenance or exams. Functions in a perioperative surgical technologist role. Responsible for additional duties, including, but not limited to, performing in the role of SPD Technician and Anesthesia Technician. Reports to the Operating Room Manager. + ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES + Works with a Registered Nurse specialist as a clinical expert, resource person and role model for staff and physicians by providing specialty/specialties with appropriate support. + Prepares and maintains supplies, instrumentation and equipment. + Keeps staff updated on changes within specialty/specialties through staff meetings, education in-services, and other educational opportunities. + Performs other duties as assigned. + LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS + Certification in surgical technology or operating room technology through the National Association of Operating Room Technicians required. + MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS + Graduation from an accredited school of surgical technology, operating room technology or a school of practical nursing required. + Minimum of two years of experience in a Surgical Technician role, required. + Knowledge of working with vendors to support the specialty team required. + Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate effectively with the surgical team and maintain effective contact with physicians and hospital employees. + Familiarity and manual dexterity required with all surgical instruments, supplies, equipment and procedures. + Analytical skills necessary to develop solutions to problems concerning technical needs of surgery. + Familiarity with anesthesia equipment and cleaning procedures. + Knowledge of inventory management techniques. + Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when conducting procedures and operating special computer software. + BLS-HCP Certification required and/or must be obtained within 90 days of hire. + WORKING CONDITIONS + Surgical areas work environment with frequent exposure to unpleasant odors from disinfectant solutions/chemicals. Possible exposure to infectious agents when handling instruments or hazardous materials. Potential for personal harm or injury is reduced when proper safety and health precautions are followed. + PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS + Click here to view physical requirements. (https://www.chkd.org/uploadedFiles/Documents/Employees/Category%20D%20Jobs.pdf )