Surgical Tech

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Surgical Technician is an essential member of the Surgical Team; a trained professional who possesses extraordinary technical skills as it relates to supporting all surgical specialties. The role of the Surgical Tech encompasses technical skills of scrubbing, assisting the Perioperative Team with activities within the operating room, clinical knowledge of a variety of Surgical procedures, clinical teaching skills, continuous quality improvement and a variety of OR-related duties (including pre, intra and post).

Position: Surgical Tech
Department: Labor & Delivery
Schedule: 32 hours

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

Expertly performs role of a resource surgical technician in all surgical specialties

Performs scrub duties according to procedure, demonstrating a high level of skill and efficiency, while displaying the surgical consciousness required within this highly specialized environment.

Works closely with all Perioperative team to facilitate and coordinate exceptional, efficient, and quality patient care.

Contributes to the team by participating in staff meetings and in-service presentations.

Accountable for accurate counts of sponges, needles and instruments as appropriate before, during and after surgical procedures.

Demonstrates a working knowledge of national patient safety goals.

Acts as preceptor for staff members for all aspects of the Perioperative

Demonstrates collegial behavior of respect and consideration with regard to work environment (i.e. restocking rooms, returning equipment/supplies for other surgical procedures, cleaning work areas/station and or communication as appropriate).

Has a surgical conscience in the principles of aseptic technique in maintaining a sterile environment.

Anticipates the instruments/equipment the surgeon will need next.

Assists in turnover of rooms and preps L&D for patients.

Is an active participant in the "Time Out" giving one's full attention to the process and will speak up if something does not seem right, stopping the line until there is resolution.

Team player who can complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Hold retractors and complete additional tasks at surgeon's request during procedure.

Handles tissue specimens obtained for laboratory analysis.

Organize and restock following surgical procedures.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

High School graduate and/or GED

Accredited Surgical Tech Program Required.

Associate's degree preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

National Certification as a Surgical Tech required

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 1-year Surgical Tech experience in a hospital setting required

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Ability to work effectively as part of a team providing excellent specialized care.

Ability to maintain good working relationships with surgeons and other employees.

Good verbal and written communication... For full info follow application link.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans