Surgical Tech

Description

Position Summary

River City Surgery Center is seeking a skilled, dependable, and patient-focused Surgical Scrub Technician to join our ambulatory surgery team. The Scrub Tech plays a vital role in ensuring safe and efficient surgical procedures by maintaining a sterile field, preparing instruments and supplies, and assisting surgeons and nursing staff throughout the perioperative process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures by ensuring all necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment are available and functioning properly.
• Establish and maintain a sterile field throughout surgical procedures.
• Scrub, gown, and glove in accordance with infection prevention and sterile technique standards.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and provide instruments, supplies, and equipment during procedures.
• Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse according to policy.
• Assist with patient positioning and preparation under the direction of the RN and surgeon.
• Handle specimens appropriately and ensure accurate labeling and documentation.
• Assist with room turnover and preparation between cases.
• Clean, inspect, and prepare surgical instruments for sterilization and processing.
• Adhere to OSHA, HIPAA, AAAHC, and all infection prevention and safety standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff meetings, and continuing education.

Requirements

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification preferred.
• Current BLS Certification.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique, surgical instrumentation, and sterile processing procedures.

Preferred:

• 1-2 years of surgical scrub experience in an ambulatory surgery center or hospital operating room.
• Experience with pain management, orthopedic, spine, or interventional procedures.
• Knowledge of sterilization practices and infection prevention standards.