Surgical Tech
The Surgical Tech is responsible for assisting with direct patient care activities in the Operating Room. Prepares and stocks the Operating Room before and after surgery, gathers clean and sterile supplies, sets sterile instrument fields, maintains and monitors aseptic techniques. Assists with proper positioning of patient while maintaining the privacy and dignity of the patient.
What You'll Do
- Adheres to all safety standards and policies as they relate while performing all responsibilities.
- Applies principles of aseptic technique and initiates prompt corrective action when breaks in aseptic technique occur.
- Remains attentive throughout the operative procedure, anticipating the needs of the surgical team, and responds appropriately during emergency intraoperative crises.
- Maintains ongoing communication with the circulating nurse and other members of the surgical team regarding changes in patient status or the progress of surgery.
- Arranges and inventories sterile set-up for operation.
- Facilitates the smooth flow of the surgical intervention (i.e., prepares for the procedure with updated preference cards, knowledge of instruments and equipment).
- Performs scrub role (such as anticipating surgical team's needs, passing of instruments, cutting sutures, etc.) according to standards.
- Prepares, cleans, and maintains instruments, equipment, and all surgical related items in accordance to established guidelines.
- Transports patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens.
- Prepares operating room (OR) by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies in according to type of case/operative procedure.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an Accredited Surgical Tech Program
- Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
- AHA Basic Life Support
- Understanding of basic medical terminology
- High School Diploma or GED
- Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English
- Computer literacy and proficiency