Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Lebanon , NH

Allied Health/Clinical

Full Time , Day Shift , Mon-Fri 0645-1715

Sign On Bonus Amount: $ 3000

Signon bonus $3000 (eligible applicants from outside the DH system only)

POSITION STANDARDS

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Certification required upon hire
• Completion of surgical tech training course required
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire
• State of New Hampshire Medical Technicians License Registration RSA 310:8 required within 30 days of hire
• Organizational skills with specific attention to details and ability to multitask
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong, positive, and flexible interpersonal skills delivered in a professional, confidential manner.

POSITION PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Anything listed here requires a pre-employment physical by Employee Health to determine if the employee is capable of meeting the requirements.

Physical Activity:

• Ability to stand and ambulate at least 7 hours of an 8 hour or 9 hours of a 10 hour shift
• Frequent lifting, stretching, and reaching
• Excellent visual acuity necessary with correction (glasses or contacts) 20/30 including color distinction and depth perception
• Auditory senses intact with or without correction

Mental Activity:

• Shows adaptability and alertness
• Capable of good judgment
• Able to coordinate activities and apply learned principles
• Shows ability to coordinate ideas and follow directions
• Cooperative with co-workers
• Mental stamina to withstand stress
• Use of Upper Extremity - 67% to 100%

Push/Pull/Lift/Carry:

• Initial push up to a maximum of 55 lbs - 34% to 66%
• Initial pull up to a maximum of 42 lbs - 34% to 66%
• Sustained push up to a maximum of 25 lbs - 34% to 66%
• Sustained pull up to a maximum of 18 lbs - 34% to 66%
• Lift up to a maximum of 35 lbs - 1% to 33%
• Carry up to a maximum of 35 lbs - 1% to 33%
• Blood and bodily fluids
• Communicable diseases
• Chemicals
• Radiation

PART TWO: FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY

Position Objective

The Surgical Technologist contributes to the efficient and effective operation of the surgical team by providing skilled assistance in preparing the procedure room / operating room, ensuring sterile techniques, and supporting surgical process. Leverage expertise in handling surgical instrumentation, maintaining a sterile field, and anticipating the needs of the surgical team to ensure patient safety, optimal care, and successful surgical outcomes. Aiming to enhance overall efficiency in a fast-paced environment while adhering to all safety protocols and standards.

Performance Expectation

• Role models positive customer service behaviors through the consistent application and deployment of APD’s mission, vision, and value
• Assists surgeon as surgical technologist according to prescribed standards
• Sets up sterile back table, instruments and supplies according to type of operation
• Assists and anticipates needs of the physician in instruments, sutures, sponges, and supplies according to technique, procedure and special requirements
• Observes patient and is ready for emergencies
• Maintains correct count of sponges, needles and instruments with circulating nurse and reports correctness and discrepancies as setup in standard policy and procedure
• Performs surgical technologist role in the surgical time outs
• Works on-call and performs all related duties as prescribed
• Scrubs and dons’ gown and gloves in accordance with performance standards
• Assists with draping as directed by the physician
• Maintains aseptic technique at all times as dictated by standard procedure
• Assists in application of dressing
• Prepares procedure room and equipment before an endoscopic procedure
• Proficient in Provation our endoscopy documentation system
• Assists under the direct supervision of the physician with diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures including specimen collection and handling
• Performs safety checks to verify proper equipment functioning
• Pretreats endoscopes and surgical instrumentation according to manufactures instructions for use (IFU) and facilities policies /procedures
• Performs proper transportation of soiled endoscopes and instrumentation is being carried out in conjunction with IFUs and policies/procedures
• Participates in reporting quality and infection control measures
• Transports, transfers and assist with positioning and prepping of the patients in a safe, efficient manner under the direction of the operative team/leadership
• Perform cleaning and turnover of surgical suites and procedure room according to policy in an efficient manner
• Performs the surgical case picking by obtaining case carts, instruments, supplies, and equipment needed for safe and efficient patient care
• Assists with obtaining and returning instrumentation, supplies, and equipment before during and after the procedure
• Maintains strong communication with the Central Sterile Reprocessing and Material Management Department regarding instrumentation and supplies needs
• Proficient with our SPM Instrumentation Tracking system
• Assists with opening sterile field
• Assists with transferring patients between OR table, stretcher, or hospital bed
• Assists with transporting specimens to the lab
• Assist in setting up all equipment related to surgical procedures as deemed competent
• Maintains supplies and storage areas in an orderly and clean manner including rotation of stock, checking outdates, and integrity of packaging
• Communicates with appropriate personnel regarding any situation which could impact patients, visitors, staff or equipment
• Assists with cleaning, restocking, and set up of anesthesia supplies and equipment
• Maintains awareness of safety hazards and use of equipment to prevent damage or harm to personnel and patients
• Maintains traffic control through use of proper areas and corridors at all times
• Responds immediately when called upon for additional or emergency service
• Identifies opportunities to improve within the unit and assists with the application
• Maintains and increases standards of performance and education
• Attends departmental in-services and staff meetings and assists in preparation of learning experiences
• Ability to work in a fast paced department
• Assists in staff's development and revision of procedures/policies and related items
• Perform other duties as assigned by Charge Nurse, Supervisors, and/or Director