Job Description

Position Overview:

• The ORT III has accountability for ensuring the operating room and all surgical items meet sterilization criteria.
• This person maintains a sterile field and a safe environment.
• The tech recognizes and addresses sharps and fire safety processes. The ORT III prepares the operating room and instruments for the surgical procedure.
• The ORT III may assist with sterile processing
• This tech will assist the surgeon(s) during the procedure but stays within the ORT I scope of practice.
• The ORT III can identify emergencies and exercise judgment when implementing procedures to respond to emergencies. 
• On completion of the procedure, the tech will assist with room turnover, cleaning, and preparing for the next procedure. * Does require pediatric experience*
• The ORT III is expected to participate in training and mentoring.
• This is separate from the clinical coach role (i.e. students, orderlies, etc.).
• This person will provide or assist with at least one new educational offering per year.
• They will also actively participate in a unit project or have oversight of a process per year as coordinated by the manager.
• The ORT III is a service-line specialty lead, they will function in an ongoing capacity as designated lead and expert for an assigned specialty area.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• General oversight of a specialty/specialties
• Coordinating assignments and ensuring proper staffing assignments are made.
• Responding appropriately to questions and issues
• Training and validating the competency of existing staff
• Assist with orientation of new hires (May participate as a clinical coach)

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