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Surgical Orthopaedic Technician

* Treat patients in all phases of surgery. * Assist with post-anesthesia recovery. * Saftey checks, prep OR for surgery.

Shift and Salary Grade Shift: 11P - 7A Salary Grade:8 A MINIMUM OF 1YS SURGICAL TECH EXPERIENCE IS A REQUIREMENT TO BE CONSIDERED; PEDIATRIC EXPERIENCE IS HIGHLY DESIRABLE***** About Texas Children’s Hospital Texas Children´s Hospital is an internationally recognized full-care pediatric hospital located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston. One of the best pediatric hospitals in the United States, Texas Children´s Hospital is dedicated to providing the finest possible pediatric patient care, education and research. Texas Children´s is nationally ranked in the top five among children´s hospitals by both Child magazine and U.S. News & World Report. The hospital has garnered widespread recognition for its expertise and breakthrough developments in the treatment of cancer, diabetes, asthma, HIV, premature babies, and cardiogenic and attention-related disorders. No third party considerations will be accepted at this time. Vendors please do not call HR directly to solicit. Position Summary Overview: Handle instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure; assist the physician while performing related patient care duties. Responsibilities: Prepare and assist with arranging the operating room; set up back table, instruments and supplies according to the type of surgery; apply knowledge of the surgical procedure by anticipating the needs of the surgeon, having supplies opened or readily available. Maintain correct count of sponges, needles and instruments. Assist in the care and labeling of specimens. Attend and participate in in-services and other continuing education opportunities. Assist in the maintenance of equipment and supplies by inspection, proper cleaning, care and utilization. Use basic technical skills to implement the plan of care; process and handle sterile and contaminated instruments; open and close assigned rooms; operate the sterilizers and labels and read the printout to verify necessary conditions for sterilization have been met. Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of a wide variety of instrumentation, equipment, supplies and surgical procedures particular to an operating room. Ability to communicate effectively, be attentive and anticipate the needs of the surgeon. Ability to operate sterilizers, microscopes and surgical equipment related to surgical specialties (fiberoptic equipment, electrocautery unit, suction machines, orthopedic tourniquets, air powered equipment, etc.) required. Ability to demonstrate an understanding and commitment to meeting customer needs. Education and Experience: High school diploma or the equivalent. Completion of a formal program in operating room technology or on-the-job training in the technician role required.

Texas Children´s is nationally ranked in the top five among children´s hospitals by both Child magazine and U.S. News & World Report.

Shift and Salary Grade Shift: 11P - 7A Salary Grade:8 A MINIMUM OF 1YS SURGICAL TECH EXPERIENCE IS A REQUIREMENT TO BE CONSIDERED; PEDIATRIC EXPERIENCE IS HIGHLY DESIRABLE***** About Texas Children’s Hospital Texas Children´s Hospital is an internationally recognized full-care pediatric hospital located in the Texas Medical Center in Houston. One of the best pediatric hospitals in the United States, Texas Children´s Hospital is dedicated to providing the finest possible pediatric patient care, education and research. Texas Children´s is nationally ranked in the top five among children´s hospitals by both Child magazine and U.S. News & World Report. The hospital has garnered widespread recognition for its expertise and breakthrough developments in the treatment of cancer, diabetes, asthma, HIV, premature babies, and cardiogenic and attention-related disorders. No third party considerations will be accepted at this time. Vendors please do not call HR directly to solicit. Position Summary Overview: Handle instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure; assist the physician while performing related patient care duties. Responsibilities: Prepare and assist with arranging the operating room; set up back table, instruments and supplies according to the type of surgery; apply knowledge of the surgical procedure by anticipating the needs of the surgeon, having supplies opened or readily available. Maintain correct count of sponges, needles and instruments. Assist in the care and labeling of specimens. Attend and participate in in-services and other continuing education opportunities. Assist in the maintenance of equipment and supplies by inspection, proper cleaning, care and utilization. Use basic technical skills to implement the plan of care; process and handle sterile and contaminated instruments; open and close assigned rooms; operate the sterilizers and labels and read the printout to verify necessary conditions for sterilization have been met. Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of a wide variety of instrumentation, equipment, supplies and surgical procedures particular to an operating room. Ability to communicate effectively, be attentive and anticipate the needs of the surgeon. Ability to operate sterilizers, microscopes and surgical equipment related to surgical specialties (fiberoptic equipment, electrocautery unit, suction machines, orthopedic tourniquets, air powered equipment, etc.) required. Ability to demonstrate an understanding and commitment to meeting customer needs. Education and Experience: High school diploma or the equivalent. Completion of a formal program in operating room technology or on-the-job training in the technician role required.