Orthopedic Surgical Tech

Emory•Atlanta, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist Surgeons and nurses with patients, equipment preparation, aseptic technique and surgical procedure in the operating room. Individual is not yet able to float between specialties. Observes patient for symptoms which may indicate a change in condition and reports to appropriate member of the medical team for immediate action. Prepares tissue and other specimens for lab analysis. Maintains the inventory of sterile surgical supplies to ensure their immediate availability. Prepares the operating room for surgery by assembling routine supplies, materials, instruments, and equipment; obtains special supplies indicated by physician. Follows procedures for pre and post-operative accounting of sharps, sponges and instruments used in the surgical set up. Accountable for the care and handling of instruments and equipment. Maintains inventory of sterile surgical supplies to ensure immediate availability. Operates sterilization equipment for the proper sterilization of surgical instruments. Follows established sterilization policy and procedures. May assist with the completion of patient records and other required medical forms. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the principles of sterile technique and infection control; practices appropriate procedures to maintain a sterile environment. Appropriately cleans surgical instruments and equipment. Performs related responsibilities as required.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of a surgical technician training program or equivalent job training, which may include military perioperative programs and/or hospital-based training programs.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
Ability to float and work independently in less complex specialty areas including General, Less complex GYN, OB/L&D, Plastic, Minor Vascular, Ortho, and Ophthalmology -cataract.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Surgical Technology preferred.
One year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist Surgeons and nurses with patients, equipment preparation, aseptic technique and surgical procedure in the operating room.
Observes patient for symptoms which may indicate a change in condition and reports to appropriate member of medical team for immediate action.
Prepares tissue and other specimens for lab analysis.
Maintains the inventory of sterile surgical supplies to ensure their immediate availability.
Prepares the operating room for surgery by assembling routine supplies, materials, instruments, and equipment; obtains special supplies indicated by physician.
Follows procedures for pre and post-operative accounting of sharps, sponges and instruments used in the surgical set up.
Accountable for the care and handling of instruments and equipment.
Operates sterilization equipment for the proper sterilization of surgical instruments.
Follows established sterilization policy and procedures.
May assist with the completion of patient records and other required medical forms.
Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the principles of sterile technique and infection control; practices appropriate procedures to maintain a sterile environment.
Appropriately cleans surgical instruments and equipment.
Performs related responsibilities as required.