Surgical Technician

Surgical TechnologistPOSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for rendering professional care to patients undergoing surgical procedures within the Center, in accordance with established procedures. Functions cooperatively with physicians and staff exhibiting teamwork characteristics. May be responsible for ensuring proper care and use of surgical instruments. May transport patients to and from operating room or procedure room. Assists with cleanliness of procedure room area and assists with procedure room turnover.QUALIFICATIONS:Graduate of an approved surgical technologist program (mandatory)Surg Tech Certification (mandatory)BLS certificationOne (1) year experience as a surgical technologist (preferred)Membership in CST association (preferred)Able to read, write, and communicate in EnglishESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to the Code of ConductComplies with center policies and proceduresDemonstrates an attitude that is caring, respectful, sensitive, tactful, compassionate, empathetic, and tolerantProvides a safe environment for the patientCommunicates safety concerns appropriately, following Chain of CommandLegibly documents when appropriate based on Center policy/procedurePromotes patient and physician satisfactionUses proper cleaning and sterilization techniques as specific in the policy and procedures and per manufacturer's instructions for usePractices appropriate aseptic techniques and sterile processesWears appropriate Personal Protected Equipment (PPE)Observes universal precautionsRefers situations beyond ability or function to proper personAttends all required educationRegular and predictable attendancePerforms other related duties, as assigned or requested Operating RoomAssists with the utilization of protective padding specific to patient's skin integrity status and position for surgery or proceduresMaintains anesthetized patient's proper body alignment as determined by procedurePlans for proposed surgical intervention by selecting appropriate equipment and supplies following physician preferenceAssists RN in the performance of duties assigned per Center policy/procedureProvides input to the circulating nurse in the identification of patient problemsPerforms item count to include, but not limited to, sponges, sharps and instruments, pre, intra, and post operatively, per policy and proceduresEnsures availability of appropriate supplies and equipment intra-operatively, i.e., ground pads, etc.Labels medications on the sterile field per Center policy/procedureInitiates corrective action for breaks in aseptic techniqueHandles tissue specimens correctly and accurately according to policy and proceduresFollows standards for sharps safety according to facility policy and procedureFollows standard for electrosurgical safety according to facility policy and procedureUtilizes supplies in a cost-effective mannerTakes appropriate corrective action if item count is not acceptable (inform surgeon, circulating nurse, and Center Leader)Follows standards for disposal of biohazard waste according to Center policy and procedureIdentifies, sequesters, and reports malfunctioning equipment to the Registered Nurse/Center LeaderOperates specialty equipment per manufacturer's recommendation for use and/or policy and procedureAssists with the orientation of new personnelActively participates in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activitiesAssists in policy and procedure review and updates (as required)Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, and in service meetingsActively participates in the time out TeamworkWorks collaboratively with healthcare teamExhibits high level of integrityMaintains flexibility and performs other duties as requiredParticipates in staff meetings, in-services, and continuing education as requiredMATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals and percentages.LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English, if bilingual Center, bilingual language is required. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret manufacturer's instructions or instructions for use. Ability to effectively present information, respond to questions, and professionally interact with managers, employees, clients, vendors, and the general public.REASONING ABILITY:Exhibits mental alertness for quality decision making and exercising good judgmentAbility to multi-task effectively, efficiently, accurately, and with attention to detailsAbility to use initiative, insight, and judgment in decision-makingAbility to effectively present information, respond to questions, and professionally interact with managers, co-workers, patients, and the general publicAbility to interpret a variety of instructions in a variety of formsAbility to recognize issues and communicate to Registered Nurse/Center LeaderPHYSICAL DEMANDS:Ability to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time, i.e., 6-8 hours per dayAbility to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 50 pounds in weightAbility to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously without "giving out" or fatiguingAbility to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials, lift or transport patients, prepare medical procedure rooms, or set up patient care equipmentAbility to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one positionAbility to keep or regain your body balance or stay uprightAbility to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breathAbility to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appearsSpecific vision abilities for close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focusWORK ENVIRONMENT:Days and hours of work may vary to meet patient and center needsThe Center is a well-lit, ventilated and climate controlled environment. The Center may require decreased lighting to meet patient care needs or procedure requirements, such as laser rooms and some OR/Procedure roomsAbility to work with medical and office equipment, some of which will have moving partsNoise level is usually quiet to moderateMay have exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids and materials or toxic chemicals and cleaning solutionsProcedure rooms are often small and due to equipment may have little room to work around and may necessitate reaching, pulling, pushingWorks in close proximity to patients and co-workersEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.