Certified Surgical Tech - Full Time (Athens ASC)

Certified Surgical Tech

The Athens Orthopedic Clinic Ambulatory Surgery Center is a 3 OR orthopedic ASC providing professional and quality patient care in a cohesive team environment. This role may require occasional travel to off-site or affiliated facilities.

The Certified Surgical Tech (CST) assigned to the Ambulatory Surgery Center Operating Room area will be responsible for successful completion of the following job duties:

• Preparation of surgical procedures.
• Completion of the sterilization process of equipment
• Turnover of operating rooms
• Stocking of supplies.

The successful candidate will possess the following education and experience:

• Graduate of accredited Surgical Tech program.
• Current certification as Surgical Tech.
• Current BLS certification required.
• One (1) year experience preferred.
• Must be an energetic, flexible, multi-tasking team member.

Athens Orthopedic Clinic believes that every individual deserves the opportunity to enjoy good health and be physically active. With specialists in most every musculoskeletal discipline, and comprehensive facilities for imaging, surgery, rehabilitation and performance, AOC strives to provide a superior experience across the entire spectrum of orthopedic care

The CST is responsible for assisting the Provider by performing clerical tasks, interviewing patients and gathering medical information and offers care and treatment to patients under the supervision of a Provider and follows AOC's Policies and Procedures, Values and Mission Statement. In the Operating Room, the CST handles the instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. He/she has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. He/she has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field. The CST is responsible for assisting the Provider and assessing patient's needs in compliance with established standards of care and practice and all regulatory, accrediting and legal requirements. The CST is responsible for all equipment and supplies on the hall and for promoting teamwork among co-workers, patients, families, Providers and AOC associates. The CST participates in committees and community efforts and performs other duties as assigned.

A high school diploma or high school equivalency

Complete an accredited Surgical Technician program and pass an examination

One year previous physician office and Operating Room experience preferred

Certified through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or the National Center of Competency Testing

Maintain current CPR certification

Knowledge of medical supplies, ordering procedures, inventory and clerical skills is helpful

Must be sensitive to other people's feelings and reactions and understand how pain affects their patients

Understand instructions and ask questions when confused

Knowledge of orthopedic anatomy and medical terminology

Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures

Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment

Must be able to act calmly and effectively in a busy or stressful situation

Ability to sit/stand for long periods

Ability to walk varying distances

Capability for occasional overhead and low reaching.

Must be able to climb, bend, crouch, squat, crawls, kneel, balance, pull with force, reach above head and shoulder, twist at waist, lift from the floor up, lift from the waist up, lift from the shoulder/head

Ability to visually and audibly perform all essential functions for timely responsiveness.

Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull up to 50 pounds.

Precise hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity required.

Ability move quickly in response to patient needs

Ability to make frequent judgments and respond to routine problems.

Ability to make occasional judgments and respond to disasters or emergencies, actual events, or drills.

Must have analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Must be able to deal with a variety of personalities with whom the employee comes into contact, both pleasant and irate.

Must be able to observe and assess situations and safety factors.

Works in a well lite and ventilated clinical environment.

Subject to exposure to various temperatures

Works with hazardous and non-hazardous equipment

May be exposed to fumes and airborne particles

May be exposed to toxic or caustic materials

Customer Service Interactions: Organization expectation is employees will exhibit good customer techniques and positive interactions with all patients, visitors and co-workers.

Personal and Professional Responsibilities: Organization expectation is employees will complete all personal and professional responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner.

Organization Policy and Procedures: Adheres to the policies and procedures of the organization.

Ethics and Compliance: Employee's conduct reflects the organization expectation of the highest levels of ethic and compliant conduct.

Safety: Uses proper precautions to prevent injury to self or others. Reports any safety issues immediately to management.

Supports the facility's ideology, mission, goals, and objectives

Performs in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures

Follows the facility's standards for ethical business conduct

Conducts self as a positive role model and team member

Recognizes patients' rights and responsibilities and supports them in performance of job duties

Participates in facility committees, meetings, inservices, and activities

Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers

Interacts with others in a positive, respectful, and considerate manner

Displays the ability to comprehend and interpret verbal orders and direction

Displays skill in oral and written communication techniques

Uses facility resources appropriately and avoids wasteful practices

Reports wasteful practices

Analyzes work area and makes recommendations for potential cost-effective improvements

Contributes to progress/development of organization's adopted compliance programs

Performs according to established compliance policies and procedures

Contributes to the progress and development of the organization's adopted performance-improvement program

Performs according to established performance-improvement policies and procedures

Adheres to safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities

Reports observed or suspected safety violations, hazards, and policy/procedure noncompliance to the safety officer or other designated person

Participates in continuing education and other learning experiences

Shares knowledge gained in continuing education with staff

Maintains membership in relevant professional organizations

Seeks new learning experiences by accepting challenging opportunities and responsibilities

Welcomes suggestions and recommendations

Performs specified functions to meet the requirements of each approved procedure

Assembles supplies and equipment for scheduled procedures according to physicians' preference cards

Inspects equipment for proper working condition

Follows principles of aseptic technique and prescribed operating/procedure room procedures

Adheres to aseptic technique when opening sterile packages and preparing for the procedure

Arranges instruments according to given procedure

Confirms that instruments work properly

Maintains availability of instruments and supplies to avoid delays

Reports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and takes action according to policy

Correctly uses, cares for, cleans, and sterilizes instruments, supplies, and equipment as directed

Handles equipment and instruments correctly to provide appropriate availability and safety

Assists in maintaining adequate supplies in the operating room for immediate access during procedure

Assists in storing and stocking supplies as directed

Maintains and updates instrument cards and surgeons' preference cards

Responds in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patient and physician

Documents patient-care records and other forms according to facility policies and procedures

Accurately advises others responsible for care of the patient about the patient's status