Surgical Technologist, Lafayette Surgicare (PRN Days)

Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University-posted 3 months ago
Lafayette, LA
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The Surgical Technologist 1 prepares and maintains medical equipment for surgical procedures. Follows hospital regulations and industry procedures to tend to patient during pre-operation procedures. Performs surgical case preparation i.e. surgical instrumentation and medical equipment. Relies on education and training to complete responsibilities. Works under general supervision.

  • Ensure proper equipment, instruments and supplies are provided for procedures and specialty areas.
  • Ensure a well organized sterile setup/field is maintained at all times contributing to smooth operations.
  • Anticipate and respond timely with efficiency when performing assignments.
  • Follow proper sterile techniques and maintain a sterile field at all times.
  • Provide assistance to the circulating RN with procedure/patient preparation.
  • Working knowledge of autoclaves in order to consistently follow the proper sterilization method for selected instruments.
  • Follow the proper procedure for counting of instruments, sponges and sharps.
  • Instrumentation is checked for accuracy prior to procedure for proper functionality and maintained throughout procedure.
  • Appropriate procedure supplies and equipment for age specific needs is provided within specified guidelines.
  • Patients are transported safely and timely.
  • Assist in the positioning of patients as needed.
  • Ensure recommended AORN guidelines are followed at all times.
  • Follow case progress in order to anticipate surgeons needs.
  • Active participation in departmental improvement activities and staff meetings.
  • Provide assistance to the OR staff with room turnovers to help decrease turnover time.
  • Overhead pages are expected to be responded to as soon as possible or less than three (3) minutes.
  • Assist with after hours clerical OR desk duties by answering phones and taking messages.
  • Able to take call for assigned department within four (4) months of hire, if required by facility.
  • Other duties as assigned are completed.
  • Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program (1 year of experience will substitute for this requirement)
  • Communication, customer service, computer skills.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • BLS certification
  • Competitive salaries
  • Generous benefits
  • Opportunity to serve people in need throughout the community
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