OR Technician (Per Diem Day) Long Branch, NJ

Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) is one of New Jersey's largest community teaching hospitals, where physicians and employees work as a team dedicated to academic and clinical excellence and comprehensive, compassionate patient care. As part of RWJ Barnabas Health, Monmouth Medical Center is a leader in designing unparalleled new ways for delivering health care.

For over 130years, Monmouth Medical Center has been the leader in central New Jersey in providing the best in health care and the latest in medical technology to nearly 1 million residents that comprise its primary service area of Monmouth County, and portions of Ocean and Middlesex counties. Monmouth Medical Center is recognized as a Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, which is widely acknowledged and underscores the highest commitment to patient safety and quality. MMC is the only hospital in Monmouth and Ocean counties to receive an A Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, the nation s leading experts on patient safety, for six consecutive rating periods. We continue to lead the system in HCAHPS scores, and are looked to as a model for best practice in patient satisfaction.

Summary of Job Function:

This position is under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. To anticipate the surgeon s need and expedite the procedure thereby minimizing the patient s exposure to trauma intra-operatively.

1. Know the procedure, Aeseptic Technique, Instrumentation

2. Check surgeon s preference card and written routine

3. Check room and equipment

Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, incorrect counts, medication errors.

Job Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Current New Jersey Licensure or eligibility of Licensure preferred.
• Graduate of a surgical technician program preferred.
• Certification and enrollment in a professional organization desired.
• One to three years hospital related experience required.
• BLS Required

We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

401 (k)

Vacation/Personal/Holiday/Sick Time Off

Short & Long Term Disability

Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Equal Employment Opportunity