Surgical Technician

Summary

Responsible for assisting surgeon in the office, surgical centers, and hospitals. Responsible for obtaining patient vitals, documents, and entering patient information into EHR/EMR.

Responsibilities

• Functions as first scrub in all specialties, as determined by the Clinical Coordinator
• Prior to the first case of the day, damp dusts all flat surfaces in the operating room
• Organizes table set-up using appropriate instruments, supplies, and equipment for each procedure prior to the start of the case and maintains a sterile field according to departmental policy and procedures
• During each procedure, anticipates surgeon’s needs for instruments, suture, sponges, etc.
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts according to departmental policy and procedure. If count is incorrect, follows correct department procedures
• Adheres to principles of aseptic technique during all phases of the surgical procedure
• Assists in maintaining physician preference cards
• At completion of case, assembles all instruments and supplies and transports to decontamination area according to departmental procedure
• Assists RN circulator and ancillary personnel in preparation of OR Room for general/terminal cleaning at the end ofthe day
• Thorough knowledge of handling instruments and surgical equipment used throughout the operatingroom
• Cleans and prepares for sterilization or usage, instruments or equipment requiring special handling according to departmental procedure and manufacture’s direction
• Takes initiative to notify Bio-med and/or maintenance of defective equipment as established by equipment in good working order on a routine basis
• Maintains room supplies and furniture to ensure adequate levels for surgical caseloads

Education/Experience

Include minimum education, technical training, and/or experience required to perform the job.

• High School Diploma required
• Graduate of a Surgical Technologist degree program required
• Surgical Technologist certification required
• Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider required
• Strong proficiency in computer based programs such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Ability to work well with other team members and consultants in remote offices as well as independently
• Willingness to be flexible and adaptable in a complex, matrix environment

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