Surgical Tech

Surgical Technologist - Full-Time

Responsible for maintaining a sterile field and assisting surgeons during operative procedures. Responsible for preparing surgical instruments, ensuring operating room cleanliness, maintaining the sterile processing areas, receiving and distributing surgical supplies and equipment, and supporting patients' safety throughout preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Prepare the operating room for surgery by setting up surgical instruments, equipment, drapes, and sterile solutions
2. Assist the surgical team by passing instruments and supplies during procedures
3. Use retractors, suction, or other equipment to assist in procedures
4. Maintain a sterile environment and monitor sterile techniques to prevent infection
5. Follow established protocols for cleaning, decontaminating, preparing, and packaging disinfecting or sterilizing, and storing medical and surgical supplies and equipment
6. Decontaminate, clean and restock operating rooms and equipment after procedures
7. Follow safety procedures and manufacturer's instructions when handling cleaning solutions, supplies, and equipment
8. Operate all surgical and sterile processing instruments, equipment, and supplies safely and according to the manufacturer's instructions
9. Monitor, interpret, and document results of physical, chemical, and biological indicators for all types of sterilizers used in the sterile processing areas
10. Count sponges, needles, and instruments before and after surgery to ensure accuracy
11. Assist with improving the quality of sterile processing services
12. Ensure all surgical equipment is functioning properly
13. Handle specimens appropriately and ensure they are sent to the Lab for analysis
14. Assist with patient positioning, skin preparation, and transport as needed
15. Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists for smooth workflow
16. Respond promptly to changes during procedures and anticipate surgeon needs
17. Comply with hospital and departmental policies and procedures and infection control practices.
18. Adhere to standard precautions including the use of personal protective equipment
19. Report all issues regarding instruments, equipment, patient care, etc. to the Surgery Director
20. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education and Training: High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program. Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) is preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Work Experience: One (1) year of surgical technologist experience is preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
• Knowledge of surgical procedures, instruments, and sterile technique
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR)
• Ability to work and collaborate as part of a team
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Time management skills to quickly set up and turnover operating rooms to support surgical schedules

Physical Requirements:

• Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time
• Assist in moving or positioning patients, which may require coordinated team lifting
• Frequent lifting, pulling, pushing, and/or maneuvering up to 50 pounds, including patients, surgical trays, equipment, position aids, wheelchairs, patient beds, etc.
• Fine motor skills to handle delicate instruments and perform tasks with precision
• Good hand-eye coordination for passing tools, holding retractors, and using equipment
• Ability to observe details at a close range to identify instruments, monitor sterile field, read screens, medication labels, etc.
• Ability to clearly and quickly exchange and communicate information accurately and so others will understand
• Occasionally move about the department and facility to access various departments and patient care areas.
• Frequently position self to access and maintain equipment and provide patient care.

Benefits: Medical Prescription Dental Vision Life Insurance Policy ($25,000.00) *Employer Paid Voluntary Employee Life Insurance Voluntary Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance Short Term Disability Long Term Disability *Employer Paid Accident, Cancer, and Heart Policies 457B Retirement Plan (up to a 3% employer match) 401A Social Security Replacement Plan (5% employer match) Gym Discounts Medical Spa Discounts OSHA EXPOSURE CATEGORY: A Has exposure to blood borne pathogens. Equal Opportunity Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.