Surgical Technician (FT) - Savannah, GA

Optim • Savannah, GA

16d • Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technician prepares and organizes the operating room, including its supplies, instruments, and equipment, and assists surgeons during surgical procedures while maintaining a sterile environment. The role also supports physicians with procedures and tests in a clinical setting, wound care, splints, dressings, and dressing changes. The position reports to the Surgical Nurse Manager and has no supervisory responsibility.

The technician helps maintain patient dignity and confidentiality, follows organizational policies and procedures, participates in emergency, fire, and disaster drills, and attends required in-services and educational programs. Professional development, effective teamwork, and maintaining a safe clinical environment are expected.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of a recognized and accredited Surgical Technologist Program.
• Certificate from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, or eligibility to certify.
• BLS Certification.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of medical and surgical care.
• Knowledge of surgical patient positioning and surgical procedures.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions for maintaining a safe work environment.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including handling and lifting patients, frequent standing and walking for extended periods, and lifting and carrying items up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work under stress in emergency situations or during irregular hours.

Nice To Haves

• NBSTA certification as a surgical technologist is preferred.
• Prior experience is preferred; new graduates will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room for surgical procedures and assemble supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Assist surgeons during procedures while maintaining a sterile environment.
• Assist with room clean-up between procedures and at the end of the schedule.
• Help monitor and maintain instruments, supplies, and equipment in the unit.
• Maintain proficiency in surgical instruments, equipment, and AORN/AAMI standards of asepsis.
• Participate in sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse as needed.
• Identify and preserve specimens received during surgery.
• Report unusual occurrences, breaks in technique, malfunctioning equipment, unsafe conditions, or potential hazards to a supervisor.
• Contribute to a positive work climate and the department’s overall team effort.
• Maintain patients’ rights, dignity, and confidentiality.
• Participate in emergency, fire, and disaster drills.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
• Follow organizational policies and procedures and attend required in-services and educational programs.
• Assist physicians with procedures or tests in a clinical setting.
• Assist physicians with wound care, application of splints and dressings, and dressing changes.
• Perform other related duties as requested or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED