Certified Surgical Technician

Atlantic Vision Partners•Forest, VA

About The Position

A Certified Surgical Technician assists in the organization and daily function of the operating room in accordance with established federal, state, and accreditation standards and facility policies and procedures. Assists the nurses and physicians in delivering the highest standard of patient care available.

Requirements

Training and understanding of HIPAA requirements and the importance of maintaining patient confidentiality.
Strong communication and out-going, positive interpersonal skills
Empathetic personality with attention to patient’s needs
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail; ability to prioritize tasks
Ability to work as a team member and uphold organizational standards and values
Excellent judgment, dependability, and diligence
Demonstrated high ethical standards and integrity
Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality
Customer and patient service orientation: prompt response to patient needs and ability to manage difficult or emotional customer situations with tact, empathy, and diplomacy
Professionalism: displays positive outlook and pleasant manner, does not instigate, or participate in office gossip or negativity, keeps commitments, dresses appropriately, and is well-groomed
High School diploma or GED
Operating room experience required.
Two (2) years of hospital main operating room experience desired.
Current BLS certification required.
Certification as a surgical technician or proof of equivalent training.
Willingness to submit to a background check (drug screen for Ambulatory Surgery Centers only)

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of hospital main operating room experience desired.

Responsibilities

Capable of trouble shooting equipment problems.
Verbalizes knowledge of risks and complications.
Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate personnel.
Demonstrates awareness of protocol for malfunctioning equipment and repair.
Anticipates the need for equipment and supplies based on surgeon preference.
Selects equipment and supplies in an organized, cost effective and timely manner.
Assures all equipment is functioning before use and removes any malfunctioning equipment.
Demonstrates skill in appropriate use of instruments and equipment.
Assures emergency equipment and supplies are available at all times.
Keeps surgical suites clean, tidy, free of soiled equipment and supplies, and properly stocked.
Follows established policies and procedures for surgical counts.
Initiates corrective actions when surgical counts are incorrect.
Demonstrates ability to create and maintain a sterile field.
Uses principles of aseptic practice in varying situations.
Initiates corrective action when breaks in technique occur.
Wears appropriate attire in restricted area.
Adheres to recommended traffic patterns.
Demonstrates knowledge in the safe care and handling of instrumentation.
Demonstrates knowledge of sterile processing standards and practices.
Assists with inventory management.
Assists with OR turnover, and preparation of sterile supplies (e.g. opening, case pulling).
Listens respectfully, gives feedback directly, honestly and talks with others to clarify differences.
Utilizes translation services when needed.
Utilizes appropriate services when needed to communicate with employees and patients with speech and hearing disorders.
Effectively communicates and interacts with patients, their family, and other external and internal clients (including fellow employees) from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrates a willingness to look at new ideas and work in a changing environment.
Understands, verbalizes and participates in the quality improvement process.
Supports initiatives designed to improve individual and organizational performance.
Identifies and reports suspected child, spousal/partner, and elder abuse per protocol.