Surgical Technician

Surgical TechnologistSurgical technologists, also called scrubs and surgical or operating room technicians, assist in surgical operations under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. Surgical technologists are members of operating room teams, which most commonly include surgeons, anesthesiologists, and circulating nurses.Prepares and maintains medical equipment and instrumentation for surgical proceduresBefore an operation, surgical technologists help prepare the operating room by setting up the sterile field to include surgical instruments and equipment, sterile drapes, and sterile solutionsFollows state and federal facility regulations when attending to patientsPerforms pre-procedure preparations to the patient's skin and bodyCompletes a safety check prior to start of the procedure on appropriate equipment, supplies, etc.Assembles both sterile and non-sterile equipment, as well as checking to ensure it is working properlyMay assist with prep for patient procedureMay transport patients to the procedure roomMay assist with positioning on the procedure tableDrapes the patient with surgical drapes per procedure to be performedPasses instruments and other sterile supplies to surgeons and surgeon assistantsRetracts, cut sutures and performs other functions under the supervision of the physician performing the procedureParticipates in the count of sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments, based on type of procedure performedHelps prepare specimens and assists with the disposition of specimensApplies dressingsPost-procedure, assists with patient transfer from the procedure bed to the stretcherCleans and restocks the procedure roomPulls supplies and instruments for upcoming proceduresAssists with the maintenance of physician preference cards and inventory managementAssists with the decontamination and cleaning, sterilization and performance of quality testing related to sterilization and high level disinfectionPerforms other duties as assignedAbility to be on your feet for long periods and lift or turn disabled patients.Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment.Ability to concentrate for periods of up to four hoursAbility to communicate verbally both in person and on the telephone.Ability to use computer keyboard and to view a computer monitorMust be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients in the center.Must demonstrate the knowledge of the principle of growth and development of the life span and the posses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the center's policies and procedures.Demonstrates the knowledge and skills in the nursing process.Demonstrates the ability to utilize recognized channels of communication.Demonstrates the ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships with patients, co-workers, and other health team members.Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment. Surgical technologists work in clean, well-lighted, cool environments. Must stand for long periods and remain alert during operations. At times may be exposed to communicable diseases and unpleasant sights, odors, and materials.Normal busy office environment with much telephone work. Occasional evening and/ or weekend work.Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insuranceHealth Savings Account with an employer contributionLife InsurancePTO401(k) retirement plan with a company matchAnd more!Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.