Surgical Technologist Certified

McLaren Health Care•Port Huron, MI

19d

About The Position

Assists surgeons and other medical professionals in operating rooms and similar environments. Prepares patients, rooms, and equipment for surgical procedures and assists during procedures as part of the surgical team. Provides compassionate support and assistance to patients and families while maintaining a safe, clean, sterile, and compliant environment.

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.
BLS certification and/or Canadian equivalent.
Basic understanding of patient care, medical terminology, anatomy, surgical techniques and equipment, and coding procedures within the surgical technologist scope of practice.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
Working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique.
Familiarity with electronic medical health care record systems.
Ability to handle multiple requests and prioritize appropriately.
Ability to work in stressful situations.

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 their status.
Perform scrub functions during surgery, including passing sterile equipment, cutting sutures when needed, tracking items and performing instrument counts, collecting and labeling specimens, and helping dress wounds.
Transport patients after procedures when needed.
Clean, sterilize, and restock operating rooms before the next procedure.
Perform clerical duties, including ordering supplies, maintaining logs, accessing or entering patient information, conducting inventory, and supporting administrative and clerical staff.
Provide compassionate support, attention, and assistance to patients and families.
Comply with health care regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.
Maintain a safe and clean work 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.