Cardiac Surgical Technologist

Surgical Technologist in a leading cardiac surgery program at Tufts Medical Center, supporting advanced cardiovascular surgeries. Responsibilities Functions in a professional manner as the Surgical Technologist in the Operating Room on a wide variety of surgical procedures. Maintains strict aseptic technique during set-up, patient draping and during surgical procedure. Scrubs on surgical cases, participates in surgery by organizing the instrumentation to the surgeon, participating in surgical counts. Selects and prepares the appropriate instruments, supplies and equipment for surgical cases. Performs related activities under the direction of the surgeon. Performs all counts with the circulating nurse according to Operating Room policy. Manages all intraoperative medications in accordance with Operating Room policy. Manages surgical specimens according to Physician’s orders and Hospital policy. Follows Operating Room procedures for the proper decontamination of instrumentation, equipment, and room turnover. Assists in the positioning, moving and transporting of patients as needed. Reports equipment and supply problems to the Charge Nurse, Service Lead or Clinical Nursing Director as needed. When not participating on surgical cases, assists with positioning, obtaining needed items during surgery and assists in room turnover activities. Participates in Operating Room activities related to quality improvement, continuing education, orientation of new personnel and emergency preparedness. Remains knowledgeable about service specific equipment ensuring safe and efficient utilization. Maintains a collaborative work relationship with peers and colleagues in order to create a positive work environment. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. If employed as a surgical technologist before July 1, 2013, OR successfully completed a training program for surgical technology in the military OR graduated from an accredited Surgical Tech Program. 0 to 12 months of healthcare experience. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification. New graduates of an accredited Surgical Tech Program must obtain credential within 12 months of graduation date. Physical Requirements Ability to work within semi-restricted and restricted environment of the Operating Room and other perioperative support areas. Stands under hot surgical lights for prolonged periods. Possibility of muscle strain from lifting patients and heavy equipment, shocks and burns from cautery units and autoclaves. Possibility of cuts from sharp instruments. Frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals, blood and bodily fluids, extreme noise levels, radiation, lasers, drastic fluctuations in ambient temperature, etc. Ability to wear a protective lead apron for extended periods and exposure to radioactivity, harmful anesthesia gases and septic infections. Requires frequent lifting and positioning of patients, materials, equipment, power tools, instruments, etc. Frequent contacts with patients, physicians and nursing staff in Operating Room. Skills & Abilities Advanced knowledge of aseptic technique and infection prevention practices. Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology. Basic knowledge of computers, surgical equipment, and infrastructure. Basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span. Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with staff, patients, physicians, vendors, and other departments within the hospital. Demonstrates essential knowledge in all procedures related to their surgical specialty area and has sufficient general knowledge to assist in other specialties as needed. Compensation Pay Range: $36.00 - $43.49 #J-18808-Ljbffr