OR Technician

Summary

The operating room technician stocks the operating room suite, scrub basin preparatory area and
equipment needed to perform operating room cases. The ORT performs tasks of cleaning, terminally
disinfecting/sterilizing scopes, instruments and equipment in the operating room maintaining necessary
documentation in compliance with regulatory agencies. This position works with the operating room team to
help transport what is needed to the operating room suite to provide the team with stock, equipment,
essentials to perform the procedure. 

Responsibilities

(30%)* Provides for sanitation of OR rooms after each case and maintains cleanliness of work areas and
scrub sinks.
(30%)* Stocks work areas and OR rooms with sanitation supplies, linens, solutions, and specimen
containers.
(25%)* Provides transport services for items and occasional patients between the OR and other
departments.
(15%)* Has a knowledge base of flexible scope reprocessing, handling trays of sterile instruments and
sterile packages through training and competency.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Relays materials through the case cart system and tube system to the OR rooms, in a timely manner.
In the performance of the regular job duties, it is appropriate for this job code to have access to the supply
room for the purpose of stocking.
Process instruments and equipment not sent to the Sterile Processing Department.
Carries phone to communicate and answers appropriately. Ability to handle multiple tasks, gets along well with others, and work independently in a positive manner.
Remains alert in recognizing signs of distress in patients during transfer.
Receives assignments by communicating with the OR front desk and communicates with the circulating
nurse of the rooms assigned.
Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Certifications and Licensures

BLS - Basic Life Support
Required Equivalent Experience - Within 1 month of hire or transfer

Required Education

Education: High School Diploma Comments:
or GED

Other Information

EQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS:
Six months experience as an operating room technician with 60 scope cleanings required as provided on
self documentation of scope cleanings.
Completion of Advanced GI Technical Specialist (AGST) through (Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and
Associates) SGNA required at the time of hire or transfer to position.
Knowledge of basic medical terminology and abbreviations necessary to understand information and
instructions.
Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with
people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
Knowledge of basic nursing care principles, standards, isolation, and sterile techniques preferred.
Medical Terminology; college courses preferred.
Patient Care Tech experience preferred.
Sterile Processing experience preferred.
MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in
Microsoft® Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered
by MyMichigan Health.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as trauma, grief and death.
Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if
required for your position.
Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the
functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).
Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such
as stooping, kneeling or crouching.
Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan
Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable
attendance and ability to stay awake.
Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require
repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Other Comments

At MyMichigan Health, we hold these values to be fundamental:
Values:
Excellence - We offer nothing less than the best. We adhere to the highest standards possible in
clinical care and customer service. We continuously measure ourselves and constantly strive to
improve.
Integrity - We do the right thing, each time, every time. We treat each individual with compassion
and respect, demonstrating the pinnacle of professionalism and dignity. We communicate openly
and honestly. We recognize the unique individuality of each person. In all that we do, we exemplify
the highest ethical standards.
Teamwork - We provide individual commitment to a group effort. Collaboration benefits everyone -
most importantly, our patients. It promotes efficiency, fosters professional and organizational growth,
encourages learning, and stimulates innovation.
Accountability - We accept responsibility for all we do. We are accountable for the outcomes of our
efforts. We are responsible to the communities we serve, to our patients, and to one another. We
recognize that as health care providers we occupy a position of trust.
Behavior Standards:
We use the following behaviors to support our values and provide a clear and simple description of
exactly what is expected of every employee: Attitude is Everything, Reward and Recognition,
Thoughtful Communication, Teamwork, Service Recovery, Patient Safety, Appearance Matters,
Service Excellence, Privacy and Confidentiality, and Electronic Communication Manners.