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. The technician assists nurses and physicians in delivering the highest standard of patient care. The role requires operating room experience, current BLS certification, and certification as a surgical technician or proof of equivalent training. High school diploma or GED is required; two years of hospital main operating room experience is desired. The position pays $24–$28 per hour, with actual compensation based on qualifications, experience, certifications, internal equity, and business needs. The physical demands include remaining stationary for extended periods, frequent use of hands, fingers, and computer equipment, effective communication, and occasionally lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling an unspecified weight. Annual compliance training and compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and company policies are required.

Requirements

Training and understanding of HIPAA requirements and the importance of maintaining patient confidentiality.
Strong communication and positive interpersonal skills.
Empathetic personality with attention to patients' needs.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to work as a team member and uphold organizational standards and values.
Excellent judgment, dependability, and diligence.
High ethical standards and integrity.
Accuracy and thoroughness, with the ability to monitor one's own work to ensure quality.
Customer and patient service orientation, including prompt response to patient needs and tact, empathy, and diplomacy when managing difficult or emotional situations.
Professionalism, including a positive outlook, pleasant manner, keeping commitments, appropriate dress and grooming, and avoiding office gossip or negativity.
High school diploma or GED.
Operating room experience required.
Current BLS certification required.
Certification as a surgical technician or proof of equivalent training.
Willingness to submit to a background check; drug screening applies to Ambulatory Surgery Centers only.
Ability to remain stationary for extended periods.
Frequent use of hands, fingers, and computer equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members.
Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull; the weight is unspecified.

Nice To Haves

Two years of hospital main operating room experience desired.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot equipment problems, report malfunctioning equipment, follow malfunction protocols, and ensure equipment is functioning before use.
Anticipate and select equipment and supplies based on surgeon preferences in an organized, cost-effective, and timely manner.
Ensure emergency equipment and supplies are available and remove malfunctioning equipment from use.
Use instruments and equipment appropriately and handle instrumentation safely.
Keep surgical suites clean, tidy, stocked, and free of soiled equipment and supplies.
Follow surgical-count policies and initiate corrective actions when counts are incorrect.
Create and maintain a sterile field, apply aseptic principles, and correct breaks in technique.
Wear appropriate attire in restricted areas and follow recommended traffic patterns.
Apply sterile processing standards and practices; assist with inventory management, OR turnover, and preparation of sterile supplies, including opening supplies and pulling cases.
Communicate respectfully and effectively with patients, families, employees, and internal and external clients from diverse backgrounds.
Use translation services and appropriate communication services for people with speech or hearing disorders when needed.
Participate in quality improvement and support initiatives to improve individual and organizational performance.
Identify and report suspected child, spousal or partner, and elder abuse according to protocol.
Complete annual compliance training and comply with HIPAA, OSHA, and company policies.