Surgical Technologist

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Before July 1, 2013, employed as a surgical technologist in a surgical facility; OR Successfully completed a training program for surgical technology in the military; OR Graduated from an accredited Surgical Tech Program.
• If employed as a Surgical Technologist after July 1, 2013, Surgical Technologist Certification (CST) is required.
• 12 Months to Less than 3 Years of healthcare experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Duties and Responsibilities : The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list . Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
• Functions in a professional manner as the Surgical Technologist Operating Room on a wide variety and in all stages of surgical procedures.
• Maintains strict aseptic technique during set-up, patient draping and during surgical procedure.
• Scrubs on surgical cases, participates in surgery by organizing the instrumentation to the surgeon, participating in surgical counts.
• Selects and prepares the appropriate instruments , supplies and equipment for surgical cases .
• Performs related activities under the direction of the surgeon .
• Performs all counts with the circulating nurse according to Operating Room policy.
• Manages all intraoperative medications in accordance with Operating Room policy.
• Manages surgical specimens according to Physician's orders and Hospital policy.
• Follows Operating Room procedures for the proper decontamination of instrumentation, equipment, and room turnover.
• Assists in the positioning, moving and transporting of patients as needed.
• Reports equipment and supply problems to the Charge Nurse, Service Lead or Clinical Nursing Director as needed .
• When not participating on surgical cases, assists with positioning obtaining needed items during surgery and assists in room turnover activities .
• Participates in Operating Room activities related to quality improvement, continuing education, orientation of new personnel and emergency preparedness.
• Remains knowledgeable about service specific equipment ensuring safe and efficient utilization .
• Maintains a collaborative work relationship with peers and colleagues in order to create a positive work environment.
• Performs the role of Preceptor for staff in training.
• Assists in orientation of new personnel ( i.e. aides, orderlies, technicians, nurses, etc.) to the protocols, policies, rules and regulations of the Operating Suite.
• Remains knowledgeable about equipment ensuring safe and efficient utilization across multiple surgical specialties.
• Physical Requirements :
• Ability to work within the semi-restricted and restricted environment of the Operating Room and other Perioperative support areas.
• Stands under hot surgical lights for prolonged periods of time.
• Possibility of muscle strain from lifting patients and heavy equipment, shocks and burns from cautery units and autoclaves. Possibility of cuts from sharp instruments.
• Frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals, blood and bodily fluids, extreme noise levels, radiation, lasers, drastic fluctuations in ambient temperature, etc.
• Ability to wear a protec

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Profile Summary This role focuses on providing medical and clinical support services to patients . In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Surgical Services duties: Responsible for medical services involving the excision or incision of a patient's body, such as interventional pain management and other procedures. This position also works to provide a safe environment for patients undergoing invasive procedures or surgery. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education . Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation. Job Overview This position is a proficient Surgical Technician who practices under the supervision of the surgical team in the Operating Room to deliver patient care throughout the perioperative experience. A ssists the Surgeon during surgery by providing the appropriate instruments and in maintaining and organizing operating room equipment. P erforms according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital . Works cooperatively within department and other services to create a system of quality health care. Job Description

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