Surgical Technician - Operating Room - Full Time

Guthrie Enterprise•Sayre, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technician is responsible for understanding and applying the principles of sterile technique, following defined procedures under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. This role involves maintaining collaborative relationships with nursing staff, physicians, and ancillary staff, and continuously enhancing knowledge and clinical expertise through ongoing education and in-service programs.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technician School, or LPN with a current license in the state of practice, or completion of a completed and appropriate training program for surgical technology in the United Sates Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or Public Health Service Commissioned Corps
General knowledge of surgical procedures
Ability to draw specialized training from working with physician or physicians on the job

Nice To Haves

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification
Experience (may be trained on-the-job if recent graduate)

Responsibilities

Demonstrates competence in performance of technical skills relative to clinical area of practice
Utilizes and maintained surgical instruments according to manufacturer’s recommendations and Department guidelines
Utilizes positive interpersonal skills in all forms of communication
Applies base knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology for optimal surgical patient care
Demonstrates knowledge and practice of patient care concepts
Applies the principles of sterile technique during surgical procedures
Participates in orientation and training program to attain competency in all services
Maintains certification by participating in continuing education activities/provides documentation of required continuing education credits
Promotes teamwork and collaboration among all members of the surgical team
Practices within the scope of current policies and procedures of the nursing Department and nursing unit guidelines
Demonstrates effective time management, flexibility and priority setting regarding work assignment
Attends and participates in unit council meetings, utilizes staff meetings and other appropriate channels to resolve problems
Demonstrates initiative in completing work that needs to be done, within areas of responsibility
Recognizes and reports potential problems to the supervisor or nursing manager on the floor