Operating Room Equipment Technician

Job Description:
The Operating Room Equipment Technician provides technical support for the operating room by setting up and operating specialty equipment, developing training programs for surgical staff, assuring availably of appropriate equipment for daily surgical schedule, and problem-solving as needed. Provides input to leadership in planning for an implementing new technology. This is a 32 hour per week, day/evening shift rotation. Pay Range: $19.99 - $29.71 The approximate base compensation range is posted, but the actual offer will reflect our total compensation and benefits package. The offer will be determined by a number of factors including the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, FTE, as well as internal equity among our team.

Education Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities:

• Supports surgical staff by setting up, operating, and troubleshooting equipment as needed
• Provides input and makes recommendations to leadership on new equipment purchases
• Monitors maintenance, prevention, and repairs with Biomedical Services Department
• Coordinates with surgical scheduling to ensure appropriate equipment is available and alerts nurse manager of potential conflicts
• Works with nursing leadership to introduce new technologies by evaluating and planning the interface with surgical environment, training staff, developing protocols, visual and written tools and guides for equipment use that are readily accessible and user friendly
• Collaborates with leadership to develop new instrument sets, disposables, tools, etc. associated with participates in cost-containment activities, including frequency of use of equipment and value to department assessments
• Interfaces with vendors and company representatives to learn new equipment requirements and develop training programs

Required Qualifications:

• 1 or more years of experience working within the operating room. Familiarity with OR technology as applied to patient care

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in health sciences field, computer or a related field
• 5 years’ experience in the operation room

Certification/Licensure Required:

• Completion of Image Guided Surgical systems within 6 months of hire

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Come work with us!!

Be a part of an organization that invests in you. We are actively reviewing applications for our Operating Room Equipment Technician openings. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Pay Range
$19.99 - $29.71 / hour

The approximate base compensation range is posted, but the actual offer will reflect our total compensation and benefits package. The offer will be determined by a number of factors including the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, FTE, as well as internal equity among our team.

Union
USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)

Effective December 1, 2019: Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer assessment, including a urine drug screen, immunization review, proof of required vaccinations, and background check. Essentia Health is committed to maintaining a work environment free from the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol.

Essentia Health EEO:
Essentia Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.