Surgical Technician 3 Medical Center: Operating Room Full-Time, Day Shift
About The Position
The Surgical Technician 3 works under the guidance of the circulating registered nurse (RN) and surgeon(s). Embraces new knowledge, innovations and improvements in surgical technician duties to ensure optimal clinical outcomes. Seeks clarification of duties as needed. Assists with room turn-over and completes process within goals and timeframes set by OR Quality and Process Improvement committee. Strictly adheres to the principles and safety practices of surgical asepsis. Coordinates activities with the circulating nurse and works as a team from the beginning to the end of surgery or procedure. Continually expands knowledge base and embraces new knowledge related to surgical technician duties. Refrains from performing duties requiring competency until competency is achieved, verified and documented. Assists nurse leaders and supply chain personnel to order, stock and maintain appropriate stock levels of Service Specific specialty supplies and implants for a minimum of two services. Works toward quality healthcare access for all. Performs other duties as needed.
Requirements
- Completion of a surgical technician course required.
- Five years' experience required.
- Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation required.
- Ability to speak, read and write legibly in English.
- Ability to use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program.
- Ability to troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment pertinent to position.
- Ability to perform technical and supportive patient care activities.
- Ability to read preference cards accurately.
- Ability to relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others.
- Ability to be assertive and consistent in following policies.
- Ability to collaborate.
- Ability to accept direction.
- Ability to think critically.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to perform basic math functions.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments effectively.
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload.
- Ability to problem solve.
- Ability to recall information with accuracy.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail.
- Ability to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care.
- Ability to discern temperature variances through touch.
- Ability to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
- Ability to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place.
- Ability to see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to position.
- Basic Life Support certification required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in scrubbing open heart surgeries supporting Cardiothoracic Services preferred.
- Spanish preferred.
- Surgical Technician certification preferred.
- Certification may be provided by either AST (Association of Surgical Technologists) or NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing).
Responsibilities
- Assists with room turn-over and completes process within goals and timeframes set by OR Quality and Process Improvement committee.
- Strictly adheres to the principles and safety practices of surgical asepsis.
- Coordinates activities with the circulating nurse and works as a team from the beginning to the end of surgery or procedure.
- Assists nurse leaders and supply chain personnel to order, stock and maintain appropriate stock levels of Service Specific specialty supplies and implants for a minimum of two services.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
