Scrub Technician

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• • Communicate effectively with patients, visitors and other health care providers.
  • Ensure availability of supplies and equipment; process sterile instrumentation and equipment.
  • Performs housekeeping duties as necessary.
  • Utilize sterile technique while setting up and assisting physician.
  • Assist in direct patient care when necessary.
  • Participate in call schedule.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

• • As assigned.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES:

• • Knowledge and competency in OR technology and central service.

AGE-RELATED COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.

Information Management: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.

Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety: Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education - 12-month certificate program or two-year associate degree in surgical technology.
• Work Experience - One-year minimum working in an OR as a surgical technician or a new graduate from a scrub tech school or program.
• Training - Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Technician/Technologist program.
• License/Certification - BLS required within 6 months of hire. Preferred - CST (Certified Sterile Technician)

ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS: Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.

Physical Demands: Frequent standing, walking, and interaction with patients and staff. Must be able to push, pull, and lift up to 25 pounds as part of routine duties.