OR Scrub Technician

Baptist Health • Prattville, AL

25d • Onsite

About The Position

The OR Scrub Technician is primarily responsible to scrub on surgical procedures in all specialties performed in the Perioperative area. This individual shall function as a member of the surgical team. The Scrub Technician shall be responsible to set up assigned cases, maintain a sterile field, and count appropriate items with circulating nurse used during surgical cases. This position requires an understanding of the principles of aseptic technique and sterilization. Additionally, this individual shall perform a variety of tasks such as care of instruments, supplies, sutures, needles, and basic equipment, as well as stocking, cleaning, and inventory. The Scrub Technician must know policies and procedures pertaining to duties and be able to fulfill verbal and written instructions. This individual will strictly adhere to all OSHA guidelines, safety, and infection control policies. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Completion of a certified technician program or acceptable on the job training program
• Possesses interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate appropriately, verbal or written

Nice To Haves

• Hospital experience preferred in area of Surgical Services preferred
• CST preferred
• BLS required

Responsibilities

• Scrub on surgical procedures in all specialties performed in the Perioperative area
• Function as a member of the surgical team
• Set up assigned cases
• Maintain a sterile field
• Count appropriate items with circulating nurse used during surgical cases
• Care of instruments, supplies, sutures, needles, and basic equipment
• Stocking, cleaning, and inventory
• Adhere to all OSHA guidelines, safety, and infection control policies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED