Perioperative Tech

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Perioperative Support Tech, you will perform self-directed activities crucial for the efficiency and smooth operation of the perioperative area(s), contributing to a safe, sterile, and organized surgical environment.

Every day you will inventory, disassemble, clean, reassemble, and maintain OR equipment, while assisting in maintaining a clean OR environment and transporting patients. All tasks will strictly adhere to Standard Precaution guidelines and safety standards.

To be successful, you need exceptional attention to detail, a proactive approach to maintaining the perioperative environment, and a thorough understanding of safety protocols.

• Cleans areas according to environmental standards and department regulations

• Cleans and maintains steam and Steris sterilizers per protocol

• Processes stat instruments according to department standards

• Independently functions in case preparation and distribution of supplies, including gathering positioning equipment and case care, and returning equipment after use

• Sets up the orthopedic fracture tables and positioning devices

• Maintains, initiates and stocks OR rooms

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate Or equivalent level of work experience One year prior Perioperative Technician experience in an acute care operating room, upon hire or

• High School GED, upon hire

• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire (Must be through the American Heart Association)

Preferred

• Completion of central sterile/intrumentprocessing course

Where You'll Work

Mercy Medical Center Redding offers comprehensive health care to nearly 300,000 residents in a six-county region. It is one of only two Level II trauma centers, the only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and the only Joint Commission-certified Advanced Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center north of Sacramento north of Sacramento. Mercy Medical Center Redding is a 266-bed regional medical center providing inpatient and outpatient services as well as specialized cardiovascular care, stroke care, orthopedics, neurological surgery, comprehensive cancer care, maternity care, and a robust robotic surgery program. In addition, the hospital’s network of care includes Mercy Home Health and Hospice and Dignity Health Connected Living.

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Pay Range

$32.53 - $36.85 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.