Surgical Tech II PRN

Healthier Mississippi People • Canton, MS

11d

About The Position

Job Summary: To perform all basic surgical technician responsibilities in all areas. To serve as lead tech for a surgical specialty. To provide technical information to other team members and co-workers by way of educational in-services. To prepare the operating room for surgical procedures ensuring availability of required items in accordance with regulatory and infection control standards. To perform job duties Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Surgical techniques and equipment knowledge. Infection control and regulatory sterilization standards understanding. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills including effective interaction with surgical team members. Team-oriented.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved school of Surgical Technology plus two (2) years of Surgical Tech experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintains inventory of clean and sterilized surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Provides basic surgical support including room set-up, sterile field management, handling of specimen and instruments, and room turnover.
• Assesses the equipment, instrument, and supply needs for surgical procedures and ensures availability.
• Ensures the proper functioning of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies during surgical procedures and serves as resource to co-workers.
• Follows infection control policies, AORN recommendation practices, OSHA guidelines, and other regulatory requirements in the daily practice in order to assure a safe work environment for self, coworkers, and patients.
• In conjunction with CNS, provides educational offerings to co-workers related to technical aspect of surgical specialty.
• Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.
• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees