Certified Surgical Technician - Center for Ortho - Per Diem Tier A

Job Description

The Surgery Center Operating Room Scrub Technician assists the surgical team during surgical and/or invasive procedures under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The Technician provides direct patient care as a scrub/instrument person during surgery. Duties include arranging the operating room for surgical procedures by ensuring that surgical equipment is functioning properly. The technician prepares and maintains the sterile field by preparing sterile supplies, instruments, and equipment through use of proper aseptic technique. The Technician anticipates the needs of the surgical team based on knowledge of human anatomy and pathophysiology related to the intended surgical procedure and assists with moving and positioning the patient as directed by the perioperative registered nurse. This position delivers care in a prompt and professional manner, always maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and respect. The Technician works as part of the care team to meet the needs of the customer and to support departmental objectives. The Technician provides quality customer service, participates in performance improvement efforts and assumes responsibility for professional growth and development.

Qualifications:

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of surgical technology program that is accredited required. Completes 15 hours of continuing education to remain certified in NJ

Performance Expectations:

Demonstrates the competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.

Work Environment:

Potential for exposure to the hazards of the hospital environment, such as exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous waste, and potential injury. Position requires considerable standing, reaching and walking. Requires the ability to lift up to 60 lbs. Requires good hand/eye coordination and finger/hand dexterity, as well as good visual and hearing acuity and ability to maintain retraction for long periods of time. Essential functions of this position are listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

Reporting Relationship:

This position reports department leadership.

Benefit Offerings:

AtlantiCare offers eligible Full-time and Part-time team members the ability to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)/403(b), Life Insurance, Disability and other supplemental benefit programs.