Surgical Tech - Certified Surg Tech

Surgical Technician

Under immediate to general supervision, provides technical assistance in the capacity of a surgical technician in an operating room, labor and delivery, or other facility performing surgical procedures. Learns to use physician's preference cards to assist in preparing the operating room for the surgical procedure. Prepares the sterile field by opening instruments and supplies utilizing sterile technique. Performs the surgical scrub prior to the patient entering the room on all procedures. Assists in preparing the operative field by assisting in draping the patient. Preserves and ensures correct identification of operative specimens for laboratory analysis. Obtains special equipment such as electrosurgical machines and diagnostic lights and ensures that they are in working order. Manipulates instruments to aid in the efficiency of the surgeon and avoid hazards to the patient. Observes progress of surgery and provides additional instruments, supplies, or other items as needed. Recognizes and corrects breaks in sterile technique. Participates in sponge, needle, and instrument counts as directed by the circulating nurse. Cleans or sterilizes contaminated instruments, equipment, and supplies; cleans operating room areas; disposes of soiled linen. Assists in the training of surgical technicians. If assigned to the Labor and Delivery unit, may be required to perform a variety of clerical and technical direct patient care activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge of basic human anatomy and basic first-aid methods and practices is required. Skill in maintaining effective working relationships with others is essential. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status. Interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs. Provides care needed by the appropriate patient age group (neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric).