Certified Surgical Technologist, Surgery

Methodist Medical Center • Oak Ridge, TN

289d

About The Position

The Certified Surgical Technologist will provide direct nursing care to assigned surgical patients under the direction of a registered nurse, adhering to required standards and hospital policies and procedures. This position is PRN/OCC with variable hours and shifts, and is part of a facility that offers a wide range of specialties including Cardiology, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and Vascular care. Methodist Medical Center is equipped with 283 licensed beds, 25 ICU beds, 12 intermediate care beds, 38 emergency suites, 2 cath labs, and 8 LDRP suites, supported by over 250 active and courtesy physicians and more than 800 employees.

Requirements

• Must have successfully completed an accredited surgical technician course.
• Must have knowledge of human anatomy, the principles of sterile technique and sterile processing, hospital policies and procedures, infection control, fire and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of the bio-psychosocial needs of adult, geriatric and pediatric patients is essential.
• Previous experience in job specialty is required or preferred depending on the circumstances of the vacancy.
• Must be currently certified (or scheduled for certification or recertification training according to department guidelines) in CPR/Provider C.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical assistance within the department.
• Assists the surgeon intraoperatively in retracting, suctioning, electrocautery and suturing.
• Initially and continually assesses and identifies patient's needs.
• Selects instruments and equipment accurately and completely.
• Maintains equipment/stock necessary for special assignments.
• Helps provide a safe, comfortable environment for the patient.
• Answers patient's questions informatively and provides information relative to patient's care and treatment.
• Consistently demonstrates principles of infection control to ensure safety of patients.
• Immediately reports any break in sterility.
• Reports physical and emotional changes in patient to registered nurse and/or physician.
• Observes and critiques performance of surgical team and reports appropriately.
• Shares in and promptly responds to emergency call.
• Demonstrates cost-consciousness in the use of supplies and equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree