Operating Room Surgical Technologist / WEO

Emory•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Assists surgeons and nurses with patients, equipment preparation, aseptic technique, and surgical procedures in the operating room. Prepares operating rooms by assembling routine supplies, materials, instruments, and equipment, and obtains special supplies as indicated by the physician. Sets up and operates specialized instrumentation and manual and powered equipment. Performs pre- and post-operative accounting of sharps, sponges, and instruments; is accountable for instrument and equipment care; maintains sterile-supply inventory; operates sterilization equipment; and follows established sterilization procedures. Assists in evaluating products, supplies, and equipment used in the operating room. Typical specialty areas include General, less complex GYN, OB/L&D, Plastic, Minor Vascular, Ortho, and Ophthalmology-cataract. Assists with preparation, transportation, and positioning of patients and provides for their physical comfort, safety, and privacy during surgery. Observes patients for changes in condition and reports significant observations to the appropriate medical team member. Applies sterile technique and infection-control principles, cleans surgical instruments and equipment, and prepares tissue and other specimens for laboratory analysis. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduation from a surgical technology program or equivalent job training, which may include military perioperative programs and/or hospital-based training programs.
One year of multispecialty experience.
Ability to function as a clinical expert in a service line and float to other service lines as needed.
Expertise in at least one specialty area and competency in multiple specialties.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in accordance with the American Heart Association.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including lifting up to 50 pounds and carrying objects up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Surgical Technology is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare the operating room by assembling routine supplies, materials, instruments, and equipment, and obtain special supplies indicated by the physician.
Set up and operate specialized instrumentation and manual and powered equipment.
Follow procedures for pre- and post-operative accounting of sharps, sponges, and instruments used in surgical setups.
Care for and handle instruments and equipment.
Maintain inventory of sterile surgical supplies to ensure immediate availability.
Operate sterilization equipment and follow established sterilization policies and procedures.
Assist in evaluating products, supplies, and equipment pertinent to the operating room.
Assist with patient preparation, transportation, and positioning, and provide for patient comfort, safety, and privacy during surgery.
Observe patients for symptoms that may indicate a change in condition and report significant observations to the appropriate member of the medical team.
Maintain a sterile environment by applying sterile-technique and infection-control principles.
Clean surgical instruments and equipment appropriately.
Prepare tissue and other specimens for laboratory analysis.
Function as a clinical expert in a service line and float to other service lines as needed.
Perform other related duties as required.