Surgical Tech - Defiance Regional Hospital - Surgery

ProMedica•Defiance, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technician uses knowledge of anatomy, patient needs, and departmental procedures to prepare for and manage surgical cases at ProMedica. The role maintains the integrity of the sterile field through aseptic techniques and promptly addresses breaks in sterile technique. The technician works with the circulating nurse to accurately count sponges, instruments, and sharps in accordance with department guidelines. The position supports the planning, implementation, and evaluation of surgical instrumentation during procedures; prepares instruments, supplies, and the operating room; anticipates the physician’s equipment and instrumentation needs; and supports the surgical team during procedures. It also involves assisting with patient transfer, processing instruments and equipment, and cleaning and restocking work areas. Other related duties may include covering operating room desk functions and central sterile activities.

Requirements

Graduate of a school of surgical technology.
Ability to pass position competencies according to the job description, evaluation, and departmental policies.
Achieve certification within two years of the employee’s hire date.
CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Participate in planning, implementing, and evaluating surgical instrumentation during operative procedures.
Collect instruments, packs, and additional supplies for assigned procedures.
Open supplies and set up the operating room with the RN circulator; scrub, gown, and establish the sterile field.
Anticipate and provide physicians’ instrumentation and equipment needs during procedures.
Cut suture and hold retractors as needed.
Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts according to policy and procedure.
Use surgical asepsis and appropriate sterile procedures to develop and maintain a sterile field.
Apply knowledge of surgical procedures and their sequencing, including ophthalmology, orthopedics, general surgery, gynecology, urology, ENT, podiatry, and oral surgery.
Use surgical instrumentation and equipment appropriately, manage supplies and counts, pass instruments, and help maintain and visualize the operative field through sponging, retraction, camera function, and cutting suture as directed.
Assist the post-anesthesia nurse and/or circulating nurse when assigned.
Supply dressings appropriately and assist the surgical team with patient transfer from the surgical bed.
Move instruments and supplies to the proper area and clean or process instruments and equipment as indicated.
Clean and restock the area as needed.
Safeguard hospital supplies, property, and equipment from damage, misuse, or loss.
Use supplies and inventory efficiently.
Work within the appropriate level of independent practice and supervision.
Perform other related duties as assigned, including covering operating room desk functions and central sterile activities.