Operating Room Technologist

Operating Room Technologist

Facility:
South Kansas City Surgicenter – Overland Park, KS

Location:

US-KS-Overland Park

Position :

Category:
Clinical Tech

Position Type:
Full Time (Non‑Exempt)

Shift: Days (No weekends or holidays)

Employment Type:

Full Time

Hours:

Days

We are seeking an Operating Room Technician, sometimes referred to as a Surgical Technician, Surgical Tech, or Scrub Tech. An OR Tech will prepare, maintain, and assist in the operating room (OR) to ensure surgeries run smoothly and safely, including the management of surgical instruments. You will be part of the surgical team, working closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses to create a safe and efficient environment for surgery, helping surgeries proceed smoothly.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

• Prepare the operating room by setting up surgical instruments, sterilizing equipment, and arranging necessary supplies such as surgical drapes, sponges, and gowns.
• Ensure all equipment is functioning properly before surgery begins, including surgical lights, suction machines, and monitoring devices.
• Assist with preparing and draping the surgical site on the patient to maintain a sterile field, helping prevent infections.
• Hand instruments, sponges, and other supplies to surgeons and nurses as needed throughout the procedure, knowing the functions of each tool and anticipating what the surgeon may need next.
• Monitor the sterile field and ensure it remains uncontaminated; if anything becomes unsterile, quickly replace it or inform the team.
• Count all instruments, sponges, and other materials before and after surgery.
• Reset the operating room after surgery, ensuring it is stocked and organized for the next procedure, following strict protocols for safety and hygiene.

Education and Training:

• Graduation from an accredited ORT/Surgical Tech program AND minimum one year of experience.
• On‑the‑job trained techs: minimum two years experience in a main OR surgical setting.
• Proficiency in ENT and Plastics specialties.
• Experience in scrubbing at least minor procedures in specialty surgical areas (i.e., General, Orthopedic, Urology, Ophthalmic, Pain, Colo-Rectal).
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare:

Full Time

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