Scrub Tech

Roosevelt General Hospital•Portales, NM

2d•$17 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Surgical technologists work under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. The surgical technologist handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. They assist the surgeon during the operative procedure by carrying out technical tasks other than cutting, clamping, and suturing of tissue. They have an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipate the needs of the surgeon. They have the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and are constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or ability to obtain within thirty (30) days of hire
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations
Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude
Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work
Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information
Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner

Nice To Haves

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification preferred
Two years of experience preferred

Responsibilities

Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization
Checks daily and weekly case pick lists to ensure supply availability
Gathers supplies, instrumentation, and equipment needed for scheduled surgical procedures.
Able to perform proper surgical hand scrub and hand hygiene
Ability to properly self-gown and glove using sterile technique
Set up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedure.
Perform appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation and before incision is closed.
Gown and glove surgeon and assistants using sterile technique.
Help in draping sterile field.
Decontaminate, reprocess and maintain flexible endoscopes
Run daily tests on sterilization equipment and maintain required sterilization documentation for survey readiness
Pass instruments, etc., to surgeon during procedure.
Hold retractors or instruments as directed by the surgeon.
Sponge or suction operative site.
Apply electrocautery to clamps on bleeders as directed by the surgeon.
Cut suture material as directed by the surgeon.
Connect drains to suction apparatus.
Maintain the highest standard of sterile technique during procedure.
Prepare sterile dressings and applies dressings to wound(s).
Clean and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
Assist other members of team with terminal cleaning of room.
Prep the room for the next patient.
Collaborate effectively with other disciplines as appropriate.
Use problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with team members.
Covering on-call duties as assigned
Restock in suite supplies as needed
Actively participates with new surgical services employee orientation and training
Participates in debriefing and quality improvement practices to ensure quality patient care.
Responsible for control of all parts of the sterilization process: decontamination, prep, pack, sterilize, documentation of sterilization, and sterile storage including remediation of equipment failures and hazards.
Provide integrity and sterility of products and services for the customers.
Work in conjunction with the OR staff to provide timely sterile products.
Maintain consistency and continuous workflow between the OR and Central Service Sterile Processing while practicing excellent customer service.
Operate and maintain sterilization equipment; keep records of loads completed, items of loads and maintenance procedures performed
Operate and maintain decontamination equipment
Monitor surgery schedules daily, identifying general, specific and potential needs for all cases.
Assist with cleaning of rooms between cases and terminal cleaning
Assist in preparation with patients in pre-op and post-op area
Monitor and maintain appropriate records to remain compliant with applicable regulatory agencies, as well as reporting occurrences immediately to supervisors.
Maintain strong working/collaborative relationships with other departments to ensure flow and continuity of services.
Attend in-service presentations, including but not limited to infection control, patient safety, quality improvement, MSDS and OSHA standards.
Report defective equipment to supervisor or staff.
Follows all facility and departmental policies and procedures
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
Complete annual education requirements.
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
Report to work on time and as scheduled.
Wear identification while on duty.
Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.
Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
Communicate the mission, ethics and goals of the organization.
Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
Attend regular staff meetings and in-services.