Job Overview
Performs the functions of a surgical technologist as a scrub person during surgical and endoscopic procedures, providing patient care services appropriate to the age of the patients (ages pediatric through geriatric) served during the shift of duty in collaboration with the RN. Is responsible for adhering to standards of nursing practice and patient care, correct use of supplies/equipment and maintenance of the surgical suite under the direction of an RN.
Responsibilities
- Serves as scrub person during operative procedures
- Anticipates surgeon’s needs
- Supplies appropriate instruments, suture, and specialty items.
- Maintains aseptic technique during all sterile procedures.
- Assures proper identification and handling of specimens.
- Completes all required sponge, sharps, and instrument counts.
- Follows appropriate action in emergency situations.
- Provides patient care
- Adheres to standards of clinical practice and patient care appropriate to the age of the patients.
- Assists in transfer/positioning of patients.
- Collaborates with the MD and circulating nurse to provide care for each patient.
- Respects the confidentiality of all information
- Corrects use and setup of supplies and equipment
- Assures availability and proper functioning of supplies and equipment.
- Assembles and adjusts equipment.
- Cleans, replenishes, and sterilizes instruments and supplies as needed.
- Participates in the evaluation of new equipment or supplies.
- Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served.
- Assists other members of the team with terminal cleaning of room in readiness of next patient.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate from an approved Surgical Technology program
- 2 years of experience working as a surgical technologist
- Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross) Current BLS Certification or ability to obtain by end of orientation
Preferred Qualifications
- Certification as Surgical Technologist
Benefit Overview
Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information:
Compensation Disclaimer
An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign‑on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
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