Surgical Technologist Certified

McLaren Health Care•Mount Clemens, MI

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist Certified assists surgeons and other medical professionals in operating rooms and similar environments. The role prepares patients, rooms, and equipment for surgical procedures and assists the surgical team during procedures. It also provides supportive pre-operative care, maintains a sterile and safe working environment, supports patients and families, and performs related clerical duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of an accredited surgical technology training program.
Certification as a surgical technologist from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
One month of job-related experience and/or training.
Valid BLS certification obtained through the American Heart Association; certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

Prepare operating rooms and ensure equipment and supplies are disinfected, assembled, and in working order.
Prepare and maintain the sterile field in the operating room.
Provide supportive care during the pre-operative phase.
Prepare patients' skin for surgery, move and position patients, monitor vital signs, and observe patient status.
Perform scrub functions during surgery, including passing sterile equipment to surgeons, cutting sutures as needed, tracking items and performing instrument counts, collecting and labeling specimens, and helping dress wounds.
Transport patients after procedures as needed.
Clean, sterilize, and restock operating rooms before the next procedure.
Perform clerical duties, including ordering supplies, maintaining logs, retrieving or entering patient information, conducting inventory, and assisting administrative and clerical staff.
Provide compassionate support, attention, and assistance to patients and families.
Ensure compliance with health care regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.
Maintain a safe and clean working environment and protect patients and employees by following infection-control, hazardous-waste, and other policies and protocols.
Perform other related duties as required and directed.