Scrub Tech

Bluegrass Specialty Surgery Center is hiring a Scrub Technician for our Surgical Services Department in Lexington, KY.As a Surgical Scrub Technician, you will be responsible for assisting the surgeons during surgical procedures to ensure the procedure is executed as smoothly and efficiently as possible. The Scrub Technician will prepare and organize the operating room (OR), clean and sterilize equipment, maintain a sterile environment, and perform other duties as assigned.This Scrub Technician opportunity is a full-time position located on-site at our surgery center in Lexington, KY. The Scrub Tech reports to the OR Manager.Surgical Scrub Technician Roles and Responsibilities:Functions as a member of the surgical teamPerforms pre-surgery preparation such as positioning, draping the patient, counting sponges and instruments, and planning and caring for supplies and instrumentsSets up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintains the sterile field for the patient during proceduresProvide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment needed for surgeryCounts appropriate items with circulating nurse and assists with nurses’ orders as neededInspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments for surgery and participates in stocking and restocking medical suppliesUtilizes correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables in order to prevent injury to patient and personnelStrictly adheres to all OSHA guidelines, safety and infection control policiesRequired Skills & Qualifications:High School Diploma or EquivalentExperience working in an Operating Room as a Surgical Scrub Technician2 years of experience preferredCompletion of a surgical technician courseExperience in an Ambulatory Surgery Center is preferredCertification as a surgical technologist preferredAdvanced knowledge in anatomy and physiology, instrumentation, sterilization techniques, and general operations of a sterile environmentMust know policies and procedures pertaining to duties and be able to fulfill verbal and written instructions #J-18808-Ljbffr