SolutionHealth·Manchester, New Hampshire
The technician functions under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to assist with patient care duties in surgical services, ensuring the availability and preparedness of necessary supplies and equipment for procedures. Key tasks include maintaining anesthesia equipment, upholding safety and infection control standards, supporting OR personnel, and contributing to efficient surgery turnover times.
Come work at the best place to give and receive care!
The Elliot 1 Day Surgery Center Operating Room is one of the largest most active OR departments in the state located at the Elliot Hospital in Manchester, New Hampshire. It's designed to provide minimally invasive surgical procedures with the highest level of quality care and patient satisfaction. We are fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology that can offer a wide range of services including laparoscopic surgery, endoscopy, urology, and gynecology.
Our teams of surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other medical personnel are committed to providing the highest quality patient care in a safe and comfortable environment. The center also offers pre-surgical testing, post-operative care, and education to ensure a smooth transition back to normal activities.
Function under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in a cooperative effort with the health care team to assist in providing a variety of patient care related duties in assigned area of surgical services.
Ensure the availability and preparedness of supplies and equipment needed to support efficient and effective perioperative processes. Gather supplies and instruments needed for patient procedures.
Maintain anesthesia machine and cart by checking for all necessary equipment and supplies prior to start of case, cleaning after each case and restocking according to established par levels.
Uphold an environment which consistently meets all safety, infection control and quality standards.
Support Anesthesia and Operating Room personnel to ensure the cleanliness of equipment and support patient safety.
Function as an integral member of the Operating Room team and contribute to maintaining a professional, respectful, and effective patient care and work environment.
Promote continuity in surgery turnover time.
Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient operating room suite.
Transport specimens, equipment, and supplies between a variety of departments and patient care areas as needed.
Ensure a professional, respectful, and effective patient care and working environment through consistent use of appropriate interpersonal and communication skills.
Perform other duties as assigned.
One year of experience in a hospital operating room or Ambulatory Surgery Center preferred.
High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
Medical Technician Certification from the State of New Hampshire required, unless other current NH state license is held. BLS required.
Knowledge of practices and techniques utilized in a support role in an operating room.
Work Shift: Per diem, Day Shift
SolutionHealth is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, along with one year of experience in a hospital operating room or Ambulatory Surgery Center being preferred. A Medical Technician Certification from the State of New Hampshire is required unless another current NH state license is held, and a current BLS certification is mandatory.
Market context
Perioperative support technicians are typically in demand in New Hampshire because hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers need dependable staff to keep operating rooms and same-day procedures moving. This role is competitive because employers often prefer prior OR or ASC experience and require a current New Hampshire Medical Technician Certification or another active NH state license. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page against the original posting, then confirm your certification status and highlight any perioperative or patient-care experience in your application.
