About the position
Under direction, to perform work by providing technical assistance to surgeon by passing instruments, assuring the functioning of instruments, and keeping instruments free of debris during surgical procedures. This position shares responsibility for patient safety in accordance with the policy and procedure for sponge, needle and instrument counts.
Responsibilities
- Performs scrubbing duties for all surgical preparation, according to standards, which includes, but is not limited to, all specialties, such as General, Gynecology, Urology, Neurology, Orthopedics, Cardiovascular, Plastic/ENT, etc.
- Sets up the operating room in accordance with instructions and physician special requests.
- Ensure the operating room is cleaned and setup for turnover to the next procedure.
- Restocks rooms with supplies and notifies leadership if items are running short or if there are any quality problems.
- Organizes equipment and ensure equipment is placed in an orderly, neat and clean area for use by physicians and other staff.
- Other duties as requested and assigned.
Requirements
- High School graduation or GED equivalent is required.
- Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Program is required.
- One (1) year of Surgical Technician work experience is preferred.
- Certification of Surgical Technologist (CST) Required.
- CPR Certification Required.
Nice-to-haves
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to work under required deadlines and schedules, while being flexible to special requests and projects.
- Ability to professionally handle stressful situations.
- Excellent verbal and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated professional, courteous, positive attitude and assertive but not aggressive.
