Surgical Scrub Tech

Ascend Plastic Surgery Partners Mso Llc•Greenville, SC

18h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a full time motivated and skilled Surgical Scrub Tech to join our team. As a Surgical Scrub Tech, you will prepare the operating room, ensure all instruments and supplies are sterile, and assist the surgical team during procedures. Your duties include maintaining the sterile field, handing instruments to the surgeon, positioning patients, and supporting patient care before and after surgery. You will also keep the surgical environment clean, follow safety protocols, and document procedures. Key Responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to : Surgical Preparation: Set up the operating room with sterile instruments, drapes, and supplies, ensuring equipment is functioning and ready for use. Assisting Surgeons & Team: Pass instruments and supplies during surgery, maintain sterile technique, and anticipate the surgical team's needs. Intraoperative Support: Monitor the surgical site and team for complications, assist with patient positioning and ensure comfort and safety. Post-Operative Assistance: Help close the surgical site, apply dressings, transfer the patient to recovery, and clean/sterilize instruments and the operating room. Patient Safety & Documentation: Ensure sterile practices, document procedures and supplies used, and maintain patient confidentiality. Collaboration with Team: Work with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses to ensure smooth communication and procedures. Inventory Management: Monitor and maintain surgical supplies, ensuring stock levels are adequate and equipment is properly stored.

Requirements

Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a Surgical Scrub, preferably in a plastic surgery, dermatology, or other surgical setting.
Experience with both minor and major surgical procedures, including knowledge of surgical instruments, sutures, and sterile techniques.
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or another recognized certifying body.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage surgical instruments and supplies efficiently.
Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate closely with the surgical team.
High level of professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to patient safety.
Compassionate and empathetic, with a focus on patient care and comfort.
Ability to maintain focus and stay calm during high-pressure situations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in assisting with procedures such as facelifts, breast augmentations, rhinoplasty, and liposuction is highly preferred.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Set up the operating room with sterile instruments, drapes, and supplies, ensuring equipment is functioning and ready for use.
Pass instruments and supplies during surgery, maintain sterile technique, and anticipate the surgical team's needs.
Monitor the surgical site and team for complications, assist with patient positioning and ensure comfort and safety.
Help close the surgical site, apply dressings, transfer the patient to recovery, and clean/sterilize instruments and the operating room.
Ensure sterile practices, document procedures and supplies used, and maintain patient confidentiality.
Work with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses to ensure smooth communication and procedures.
Monitor and maintain surgical supplies, ensuring stock levels are adequate and equipment is properly stored.