Certified Surgical Technologist

Surgical Technologist General Description Assists in the organization and daily function of the operating room in accordance with established federal, state and accreditation standards and facility policies and procedures. Assists the nurses and physicians in delivering the highest standard of patient care available. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Technical Skills Capable of troubleshooting equipment problems. Verbalizes knowledge of risks and complications. Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate personnel. Demonstrates awareness of protocol for malfunctioning equipment and repair. Anticipates the need for equipment and supplies based on surgeon preference. Selects equipment and supplies in an organized, cost effective and timely manner. Assures all equipment is functioning before use and removes any malfunctioning equipment. Demonstrates skill in appropriate use of instruments and equipment. Operates mechanical, electrical and air-powered equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions. Assures emergency equipment and supplies are available at all times. Keeps surgical suites clean, tidy, free of soiled equipment and supplies, and properly stocked. Follows established policies and procedures for surgical counts. Initiates corrective actions when surgical counts are incorrect. Demonstrates ability to create and maintain a sterile field. Uses principles of aseptic practice in varying situations. Initiates corrective action when breaks in technique occur. Wears appropriate attire in restricted area. Adheres to recommended traffic patterns. Demonstrates knowledge in the safe care and handling of instrumentation. Demonstrates knowledge of sterile processing standards and practices. Assists with inventory management. Assists with OR turnover, and preparation of sterile supplies (e.g. opening, case pulling). Communication Listens respectfully, gives feedback directly, honestly and talks with others to clarify differences. Utilizes translation services when needed. Utilizes appropriate services when needed to communicate with employees and patients with speech and hearing disorders. Effectively communicates and interacts with patients, their family, and other external and internal clients (including fellow employees) from diverse backgrounds. Quality Demonstrates a willingness to look at new ideas and work in a changing environment. Understands, verbalizes and participates in the quality improvement process. Supports initiatives designed to improve individual and organizational performance. Identifies and reports suspected child, spousal/partner, and elder abuse per protocol. Medication Preparation Under supervision of RN, demonstrates ability to prepare medications for procedures. Knows routine drugs used intra‑operatively, dosages and/or concentration, and appropriate route of administration. Other Duties Perform any other related duties as required or assigned. Qualifications Education and Experience Knowledge of a specialized field (e.g., basic accounting, computer) acquired through education or training. Equivalent of four years in high school, plus additional specialized training equal to two years of college, plus two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Communication Skills Ability to effectively communicate information and respond to questions in person‑to‑person and small group situations with customers, clients, general public and other employees of the organization. Mathematical Skills Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane, algebra, solid geometry and trigonometry. Critical Thinking Skills Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of known variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formats. Required Certifications, Licenses, Registrations Current BLS certification required. Certification as a surgical technician or proof of equivalent training. Preferred Certifications, Licenses, Registrations Not indicated. Software Skills Required Intermediate: Database. Basic: Alphanumeric Data Entry, Contact Management, Spreadsheet, Word Processing/Typing. Minimum Requirements High School diploma or GED. Operating room experience required; two years of hospital main operating room experience desired. Current BLS certification required. Certification as a surgical technician or proof of equivalent training. Eligibility All employees must be able to provide proof of their identity and their right to work in the United States. Working Conditions Periodically exposed to noise, intermittent standing, walking, occasionally pushing, carrying, or lifting; no experiences to the extent of being disagreeable. Must stand frequently, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; walk, reach, talk or hear; occasionally sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. #J-18808-Ljbffr