Certified Surgical Technologist I

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Emp Status: Per Diem Part time

Work Shift: Not specified

Compensation Range: The base pay scale for this position is $53.00 - $53.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

Job Responsibilities

Job Qualifications

Education – Required: High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.), may include specialized or vocational courses

Experience – Preferred: Central processing, sterilization, OR instrumentation, power equipment and orthopedic implants Demonstrated knowledge of orthopedic instrumentation. Ability to articulate and demonstrate sterile processing procedures

Physical Working Conditions: Continuous physical exertion Continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking/pushing/climbing and lifting material or equipment of heavy weight (50 lbs. or more) Examples: grounds staff and EMS.

Environmental Working Conditions: Indoor area with frequent exposure Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise. Examples: patient care providers and laboratory technicians.

Hazards: OSHA Category 1 Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials

Position & Unit Accountabilities AKA Competencies

• Prepares room before the case and breaks down at the end of case to facilitate rapid case turnover in preparation for the next patient. Setup sterile table, checks equipment, instruments, medications/ solutions and supplies and communicates needs to the circulator. Facilitates efficient turnover time by prioritizing activities.
• Demonstrates safe practice and complies with all standards concerning infection control and safety. Complies with policies and procedures concerning infection control and safety in order to maintain a safe and comfortable environment for patients, families, visitors and staff. Demonstrates competency, safety, and use of standard precautions to those tasks and aspects of patient care assigned per OR standard.
• Demonstrates Clinical Standards: Identifies, assembles, maintains, and demonstrates proper use of instrumentation and equipment for various surgical procedures. Performs initial, second, and final counts (including at relief) in accordance with AORN standards and hospital policy. Handles and passes all instruments and equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Verify the name of the specimen and transport media with the surgeon and circulating nurse prior to leaving the surgical field. Obtains necessary supplies and equipment to support the surgical procedure. Maintains knowledge of the location of implants, supplies, equipment, and instrumentation. Performs surgical hand scrub and dons gowns and gloves in accordance with AORN and hospital policy for self, assistants, and surgeons. Anticipates and responds appropriately to the needs of the surgeon. Reviews, follows, and updates surgeon preference cards in collaboration with CN III.

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