Surgical Tech, HSS, Main OR

Stamford Health•Stamford, CT

2d•$30 - $49

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of an RN, the Surgical Tech assists the surgical team as the primary scrub person, handling instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures. The role supports safe, high-quality perioperative care through aseptic practice, careful preparation and management of surgical equipment and materials, effective communication, and collaboration with the healthcare team. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, with a schedule of either 7 a.m.–5 p.m. or 9 a.m.–7 p.m.

Requirements

Meet at least one of the following Connecticut requirements: complete a nationally accredited surgical technology program and obtain and maintain certification from a Department of Public Health-recognized national certifying body within six months of hire; or complete an accredited surgical technologist program and obtain certification within 18 months after program completion or six months from hire, as applicable; or have performed surgical technology services in a healthcare facility on or before October 1, 2023, with prior experience documented by the facility; or complete a surgical technology training program in the U.S. armed forces, National Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service; or be designated competent by a healthcare facility based on specialized training or experience, subject to the stated facility recordkeeping requirement. The stated licensed professional scope-of-practice exemption also applies.
BLS certification is required upon hire.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, family members, surgical staff, physicians, and other healthcare workers.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

Protect patient confidentiality and privacy, disclosing information only for appropriate professional purposes and in the patient’s best interests.
Verify patient identification and ensure necessary instrumentation, supplies, equipment, and implants are present.
Follow aseptic practices to protect patients, minimize wound contamination, and reduce the risk of surgical site infection.
Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology to surgical patient care.
Maintain knowledge of surgical techniques, instrumentation, equipment, and supplies required for procedures.
Use required personal protective equipment to guard against exposure to blood, potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, and other hazardous substances.
Problem-solve in relation to procedures and respond appropriately to emergencies or changes in procedure.
Anticipate the surgeon’s needs and demonstrate attention to detail while scrubbed for surgical procedures.
Ensure accurate sponge, sharp, and instrument counts; correctly label medications on the sterile field; and correctly handle and label specimens.
Participate in the “TIME OUT” before incision.
Maintain knowledge of sterilization and instrument processing.
Assist with developing and clinically precepting students and new employees.
Maintain equipment and use supplies safely and cost-effectively.
Comply with hospital attendance and department staffing policies and rotations, dress code, policies and procedures, and external agency requirements.
Complete required ongoing training and education, including department-specific requirements.
Communicate and collaborate effectively with healthcare team members and related departments regarding patients’ perioperative care.
Promote a respectful, accountable, collaborative, ethical, and compassionate work environment; avoid disruptive or negative behavior.
Maintain effective working relationships with peers, managers, and other surgical team members.
Participate in developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and standards of care that support the organization’s strategic plan.
Cross-train and rotate to other clinical areas in Perioperative Services as needed.