Surgical Tech I

Requirements

• Preferred: Experience as a Surgical Technologist in an acute multi-specialty environment
• Reports To: Clinical Director or Manager
• Supervises: N/A
• Ages of Patients: Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric
• Blood Borne Pathogens: High Potential
• Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:
• Essential Responsibilities
• Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
• Maintains aseptic technique according to the policies and procedures of Surgical Services.
• Anticipates surgeon's needs by reviewing preference card, procuring appropriate supplies prior to start of case and remaining attentive to the progression of the case.
• Maintains orderly instrument table and surgical field.
• Verifies and labels medications and irrigations on the back table with nurse.
• Maintains and documents accurate sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the nurse.
• Accurately identifies surgical specimen and transfers to the nurse.
• Prepares instruments for cleaning and re-sterilization.
• Assists with putting away supplies and room turnover.
• Contributes to maximum efficiency of the surgical line up in order to adhere to surgical start times.
• Contributes to cost effectiveness by using judgement when opening and using supplies.
• Remains current with new intraoperative techniques and equipment through participation in unit based and continuing education.
• Participates in department projects.
• Accepts responsibilities only within scope of practice.
• May be required to work at alternate sites.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Additional Information

Default Work Shift: Nights (United States of America) Hours: 0 Salary range: $ Schedule: Per Diem Shift Hours: 12 Hour employee Department: 2N LDRP Job Objective: Performs the duties of a scrub person; prepares supplies for case, sets up and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments and supplies to the surgeon, readies used instruments for the cleaning and re-sterilization process. Job Description: Education: Required: High school diploma, GED or higher level degree; successful completion of accredited Surgical Technology training program Licensure/Certification: Required: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Preferred: Certification as a Surgical Technologist

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