SURGICAL SUPPORT TECHNICIAN - OPERATING ROOM

JOB SUMMARY:

The Surgical Support Technician position provides technical and supportive patient care functions of assigned specialty areas. Primarily responsible for indirect patient care within the surgical arena. Included in the tasks will be the responsibility for the turnover of equipment and supplies required for the safe administration of anesthesia and surgical equipment, as well as environmental cleanliness. Prepares anesthesia related equipment and supplies for readiness of all cases including cleaning, setting up and decontamination. The direct care will be that of assisting the surgical staff with the task of, but not limited to; turning, restraining, and transporting patients.  ust be flexible, punctual, and be willing to learn the both the surgical and anesthesia environment. Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:  High school diploma or GED required. Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant or related field preferred. Past surgical experience is not a must but desirable / Previous experience in a hospital setting preferred. On-the-job training for maximum of three months (periodic assessment of progress -if applicable)

WORK SCHEDULE: PRN

Required Skills Required Experience

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Familiarity with the following equipment is preferred:

AUDIO

VIDEO

LIGHTING

COMPUTERS

RIGGING

House Sound

Wireless

Microphones Power Speakers Audio Recording Press Box

4-12 channel Mixers Push to Talk Systems Signal Flow

Value Lines & Meeting Room LCD

Digital video playback/record systems

Small Switching

Systems

Signal Flow

Up lighting GELS/GOBOS Podium Lighting Kits Basic Focus

Basic Dimming and control

Basic Electrical

Signal Flow

Display Interface USB Switching Loading Apps/Drives Basic MS Office

(Excel/Word/PP)

IP Addressing knowledge

IP Address Set Up in Windows OS/Network Printers

Knowledge of DHCP / Static Addressing

Switches/Hubs/WAPS

Ultimate Stands

Ground Supported Equipment (Standing Truss Sections)

Banners and Signs