Certified Surgical Tech, Operating Room, Full-time, First Shift

UC Health•West Chester Township, OH

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About The Position

The Certified Surgical Tech performs assigned tasks as a scrub technologist in the operating room and assists with maintaining surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment. The role requires appropriate technical skills and competency for assigned cases, positive customer relations, and accountability to the Clinical Nurse Manager of the Operating Room. The technologist supports surgical preparation and setup, helps the surgeon during procedures, assists with patient care and transfers, processes case carts, supports room turnaround, and promotes patient and staff safety. The position also involves patient advocacy, teamwork, professional conduct, on-call participation, and involvement in unit education and orientation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Certification as a surgical technologist (CST).
6 months to 2 years of active experience.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Surgical Technology.

Responsibilities

Communicate appropriately with patients and families, taking account of population-specific needs, development, physical limitations, behavioral health, and cultural or religious considerations.
Operate equipment safely and recognize signs or symptoms of abuse or neglect.
Prepare for surgical procedures by checking daily assignments, reviewing and updating preference sheets, obtaining needed supplies and special instruments, and ensuring tables are ready.
Notify the surgeon before a case if required supplies or equipment are unavailable.
Set up sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment; maintain aseptic technique; and confirm equipment and supplies function properly.
Communicate pertinent information to relief personnel and other healthcare team members to support safe continuity of care.
Promote cooperation and teamwork, including prompt attendance, flexibility, sharing knowledge, and keeping borrowed equipment properly returned.
Under the surgeon’s supervision, assist with suctioning, holding retractors, skin closure, cutting sutures, and irrigating wounds.
Circulate for operative procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Assist with end-of-procedure patient care, including preparing and cleansing the operative site, connecting drainage tubes, applying sterile dressings, and transferring the patient safely.
Use proper body mechanics and ensure an adequate number of assistants are present for transfers.
Process case carts; disassemble tables and instruments; prepare dirty instruments for transport to sterile processing; dispose of trash and linen appropriately; and help clean rooms and expedite case turnaround.
Promote a safe environment by following instrument, sharp, and sponge counting policies; handling specimens appropriately; checking equipment; preparing and labeling medications correctly; maintaining a clear operative field; and following universal precautions.
Demonstrate professional behavior, use feedback to identify learning needs, serve as a role model, recognize peers’ accomplishments, and participate in relevant committees.
Participate in the on-call system and respond promptly to emergency cases.
Advocate for patients by providing appropriate care and comfort, protecting dignity and privacy, and prioritizing patient welfare.
Assist with orienting new personnel and participate in or plan unit in-services and other educational activities.