Certified Surgical Technologist-CVOR
Danbury Hospital•Danbury, CT
•$33 - $62
About The Position
Performs scrub duties and assists with nursing care of surgical patients before, during, and after surgical procedures. Provides safe, efficient, and supportive care while applying knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, and aseptic principles. Prepares and uses equipment and supplies, follows the progress of procedures, anticipates the surgeon’s needs, and contributes to efficient teamwork and patient care. The role also includes maintaining certification, continuing education, preceptor training, and staff in-service education.
Requirements
- Surgical Technologist Certification.
- At least one year of experience.
- Significant manual skills, motor coordination, and finger dexterity.
- Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force.
Responsibilities
- Provide a safe, efficient, and supportive environment for the surgical patient.
- Apply knowledge of normal and pathological anatomy and physiology and the actions of pharmacologic agents to individualize patient care.
- Apply aseptic principles while respecting the patient’s privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.
- Prepare and understand the specific uses of equipment and supplies for surgical procedures; demonstrate knowledge of procedural steps and dexterity with required instruments.
- Anticipate the surgeon’s needs to expedite procedures and minimize the patient’s exposure to surgical and anesthetic stress.
- Develop and improve work organization skills and assist the surgeon in using time, motion, and materials efficiently.
- Identify emergencies and use judgment to initiate established response procedures calmly and efficiently.
- Complete at least 10 hours of continuing education annually and maintain certification.
- Complete preceptor training and provide one-on-one instruction to students and staff learning the scrub role.
- Provide in-service education to other staff about the surgical technologist role.
- Perform surgical care and routine and special duties efficiently and professionally, demonstrating teamwork, consideration, and cooperation.
- Fulfill compliance responsibilities related to the position.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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