Surgical Tech

FTE Surgical Tech

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Assist the RN in implementing a care plan for the patient in the Operating Room.

• Performs scrub duties under supervision of the RN.

• Maintains strict Aseptic Technique.

• Anticipates surgeon???s needs and provides instruments, supplies and equipment safely and efficiently.

• Organizes and maintains instrumentation and supplies.

• Provides patient safety in all aspects of job activities.

• Monitors use of counted items (sponges and sharps), assists the circulating nurse in counting and alerts the nurse to any discrepancies.

• Follows standard precautions and infection control policies.

• Sets OR Room up before the case ??? wipe down surfaces, assemble and check equipment for proper functioning and availability.

• Open supplies for procedure using strict aseptic technique.

• Assist in positioning the patient.

• Assists in transporting patients to the OR and ensuring their comfort.

• Assists in cleaning and turning over the room, including bringing the table down to decontamination room.

• Break down table.

• Checks inventory and equipment, reports shortages and defective equipment to the appropriate personnel

• Performs proper decontamination, and processing of instrumentation for sterilization following AAMI standards.

• Prepares supplies and equipment for the procedure.

• Stocks ???wall closet??? supplies and warming closet.

• Check case carts.

• Pull case carts for the next day procedure.

• Copy daily schedule and distribute.

• Obtain drugs from Anesthesia work room.

• Prepare the procedure room for the day with necessary supplies and equipment.

• Maintain and monitor supplies to ensure availability.

• Assist in transporting patients.

• Ensure a safe patient environment.

• Interact with patients and ensure their comfort.

• Assist with different procedures (i.e.; radiofrequency).

• Have working knowledge of medications used by physicians.

• Turn room over after cases and prepare for following procedure.

• Prepare room for following day.

• Clean and stock Anesthesia Cart when necessary.

• Maintain supplies ??? place, receive orders and put stock away.

• In the absence of the Lead Tech, may interact with sales personnel regarding supplies, maintain equipment and send out for repair/exchange, file booking sheets and ensure necessary supplies/equipment are available for cases one week in advance, and ensure PO pricing is accurate.

• Decontaminate instruments and equipment

• Sterilize equipment according to manufacturers??? guidelines and AAMI guidelines.

• Wrap instruments and fold towels.

• Clean stretchers and make them up with fresh linens.

• Assist PACU Scheduling Coord. by putting charts together and affixing stickers.

• May be asked to help prepare the wet lab for demonstrations.

• Ensure equipment and supplies needed for the demo are available and in good working order.

• Uses Universal/Standard Precautions in handling demo room specimens and instrumentation.

• Other duties, as assigned.

Who you are:

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an approved, surgical technologist certification program.

• Must have one to three years??? operating room experience. Experience within an ambulatory surgical center a plus. Experience with orthopedics required.

• Working knowledge of office equipment and Software.

• Familiarity with HIPAA, insurance regulations, policies, procedures, and other regulatory policies.

• Medical office procedures, policies, practices and medical terminology, telephone protocol and professional etiquette.

• Understanding of electronic medical systems.

• Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills (i.e. using expressive vocabulary that communicates a complete and detailed message, avoiding spelling errors, employing a respectful tone).

• Ability and interest in learning procedures and software functionalities that could improve the effectiveness and efficiency of individual and department efforts.

• Organized, with the ability to prioritize and multi-task.

• Interprets, adapts and applies guidelines and procedures appropriately.

• Ability to develop and maintain effective and professional working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers and the public by demonstrating empathy and tact.

• Promotes teamwork through collaboration, represents the practice in a professional manner, and maintains the strictest confidentiality on all patient issues.

What we offer:

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

• Dynamic environment

• Access to a diverse network of practitioners

• Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience

• Competitive Compensation

• Generous PTO

• Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.
  
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