Surgical Technician

University of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Scrub Technician assembles supplies for surgical procedures, maintains the sterile field, passes surgical instruments, and assists in room preparation in Labor and Delivery (E5). UAMS Labor and Delivery unit is located in the Harry P. Ward Clinical Tower. The unit consists of 14 LDR rooms, four triage observational beds, two operating rooms suites, a three bed recovery room area and two state of the art Neonatal Stabilization rooms used to stabilize acutely ill neonates with specially trained staff from the Intensive Care Nursery. Labor and Delivery provides high-risk obstetrical care for patients all over the state. On average, this unit performs approximately 300-330 deliveries per month. The LDR rooms allow the expectant mother to labor, deliver, and recover in the birthing suites with family support. E5 Labor and Delivery supports patient and family centered care and as a result, the newborns, if stable, are allowed to stay with their mother’s after delivery to promote bonding.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Scrub Technologist school/program or 2 years of experience as a surgical technologist.
Ability to maintain required state or national credentials, as applicable.
Knowledge of surgical procedures, sterile technique, aseptic practices, and infection prevention.
Ability to properly prepare and maintain the operating room before, during, and after procedures.
Knowledge of surgical instruments, equipment, supplies, and instrumentation.
Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and surgical team.
Ability to perform instrument, sponge, and needle counts accurately.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety and infection-control protocols.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
Ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift/move equipment or supplies.
Constant Physical Activity: Hearing
Frequent Physical Activity: Feeling, Grasping, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Sharps, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity: Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Reaching, Sitting, Stooping
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma/GED
Must be a Graduate of an Accredited Surgical Technologist Program.
Must have One (1) year of previous experience as a Surgical Scrub Technologist.
Excellent communication skills
Strong work ethics, and accountability.
Two (2) years of previous experience as a Surgical Scrub Technologist with current BLS.
Previous operating-room experience may be preferred , particularly for senior-level positions.

Responsibilities

Assembles supplies for surgical procedures.
Maintains the sterile field.
Passes surgical instruments.
Assists in room preparation in Labor and Delivery (E5).
Ensures that the instruments are cleaned arranged and transported to the soiled utility room according to department policy.
Assists with instrument reprocessing tasks when assigned cases are completed and time permits.
Ensures that the operating rooms are case-ready for the following day’s cases.
Admits and discharges patients, ensure front desk logs and phone books are maintained, and manage infant security system alarms as needed.
Sets up rooms in preparation for new admissions, ensure ante-rooms and patient rooms are stocked.
Ensures that the room has been prepared for the upcoming cases, with appropriate equipment available.
Completes other duties as assigned.
Participates in continuing education by completing the required staff development hours annually and in professional/institutional advancement of self and co-workers.
May perform other duties as assigned.
Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).