Surgical Technologist - Outpatient

generis tek•White Plains, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, Assistant Nurse Manager or Registered Professional Nurse, the Surgical Technologist – Outpatient handles the instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during ambulatory surgical procedures. The Surgical Technologist - Outpatient understands the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeons. The Surgical Technologist – Outpatient has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during ambulatory operative procedures and is constantly vigilant with maintaining sterile technique.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Graduate from a CAAHEP or ABHES – accredited program and holds and maintains Certified Surgical Technologist certification
Completed a military surgical technology program
Is grandfathered (employed as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility for a cumulative period of one year, occurring within the four years immediately prior to the effective date of this section)
Is in the service of the federal government, to the extent the individual is performing duties related to that service
Prior experience as a Surgical Technologist preferred
Certification by a nationally accredited Surgical Technologist credentialing organization
Grace Period for recent graduates: A person may be employed or contracted to practice Surgical Technology during the 12-month period immediately following successful completion of a nationally accredited Surgical Technology program, but may not continue to be employed or contracted with beyond that period without documentation that the employee or contractor holds and maintains a Certified Surgical Technologist credential
As of April 1st, 2017, BLS certification (through American Heart Association) is required
Those hired on or after 4/1/17 must receive BLS certification within 6 months of hire
Excellent Communication Skills
Promotes Teamwork
Adaptability
Strong problems solving, judgment and decision-making skills
Stress Tolerance
May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital's SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and may be accessed through the hospital's Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc.
Must be physically able to frequently transport objects more than 50 lbs. and lift patients of all weights with a minimum of one assist or assistive device; perform difficult manipulations, arm – hand steadiness and hand-eye coordination skills; remain in a stationary position (including standing) for a prolonged period greater than 60 minutes frequently.
Must be physically able to meet all regulatory requirements 100% of the time
Must have the ability to concentrate on fine detail with interruption and attend to tasks for more than 60 minutes at a time.
Individuals must be able to understand theories behind several related concepts and remember multiple tasks given during the course of a day
Must be able to detect objects closely and far away and hears normal sounds with some background noises constantly.

Responsibilities

Understands and adheres to the Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.
Performs nursing procedures per policy
Checks supplies and equipment prior to surgical procedure
Performs aseptic hand scrub, sets up, counts and assists intra-operatively
Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique
Assists surgeon and RN with post-procedure care
Handles specimens appropriately
Prepares instruments for decontamination by wiping down gross bioburden and use of enzymatic sprays at all times
Assists with preparing/picking OR cases
Follows policies and procedures for Infection Control and Fire Code
Identifies malfunctioning equipment appropriately
Follows patient safety standards
Responds appropriately in emergency situations
Completes competency requirements
Attends all mandatory education and in-services
Utilizes cost containment practices
Completes 15 hours of Continuing Education Credits as required by New York State Law (Effective January 1, 2015). The act was enacted on the first day of the eighteenth month after it became Law (July 1, 2016)
Performs all other related duties as assigned.