Surgical Technician
About The Position
Under general supervision, performs sub-professional duties in the Surgery Department of Highland Hospital. The Surgical Technician assists with sterilizing and maintaining surgical supplies and equipment and performs related work as required. The role supports scheduled and emergency surgical cases by preparing the operating room and supplies, assisting surgeons and registered nurses, and performing scrub-technician duties. Pay range is $51.25–$66.20 per hour. Final compensation depends on factors including experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and organizational needs. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits program.
Requirements
- Satisfy one of the following: complete a course of instruction and clinical practice in Surgical Technology; complete a military training course in operating room technology; or have the equivalent of one year of full-time experience performing Surgical Technician duties.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and sterilize supplies and equipment used in the unit; set up operating and instrument tables; arrange supplies and equipment for scheduled or emergency cases; replenish supplies; maintain adequate stock; discard outdated drugs; order and check supplies from the Pharmacy and Central Supplies; and periodically clean and organize cabinets.
- Assist surgeons with instruments and with putting on gowns and gloves; obtain requested supplies or equipment; assist registered nurses with sponge and needle counts and other technical duties; gather contaminated instruments for decontamination and sterile processing; mix irrigation fluids; and assist surgeons, registered nurses, and anesthesiologists with assigned duties.
- Act as a scrub technician during surgical procedures and check the aseptic technique of surgery personnel.
- Assist with in-service training for new personnel in scrub and sterile techniques and demonstrate new equipment.
- Maintain equipment and ensure preventive maintenance and necessary repairs are ordered and completed.
- Occasionally perform housekeeping duties in surgical areas when housekeeping personnel are unavailable and take messages for medical staff.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits program for eligible positions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
