Surgical Technologist – CCFSR Operating Room (OR)
About The Position
Surgical Technologists, sometimes called “scrub techs,” assist with procedures under the supervision of surgeons and RNs, helping ensure quality patient care before, during and after the operative procedure. In this role, you will perform a variety of tasks, such as checking supplies and equipment, setting up sterile tables, passing instruments to the surgeon and sterilizing instruments after procedures. This position offers a unique way to gain hands-on experience in an operative environment while making a lasting difference in the lives of patients and caregivers every day. Ultimately, surgery could not be possible without your support. This is a regular PRN position, with caregivers working various day/evening/night/weekend shifts between 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m. with on-call requirements. This position is primarily at Weston, but caregivers will be required to float to the unit of greatest need within Cleveland Clinic Martin Health – North, South and Tradition.
Requirements
- Completion of a Surgical Technology program accredited through the CAAHEP or ABHES OR completion of a military surgical technology program OR certification as a Surgical Technologist (acceptable certifications for this route are TS-C (through the National Center for Competency Training) or CST (through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
Nice To Haves
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Certification
- Two years of experience in a multi-disciplined OR in an acute care hospital setting
- Previous experience as a Surgical Technician in Main OR
Responsibilities
- Provide quality, individualized patient care in the perioperative, intraoperative and postoperative phases.
- Follow guidelines for perioperative practices as established by AORN.
- Review daily assignment and ascertain surgeon-specific preferences and anesthesia.
- Identify and prioritize individual patient care needs.
- Plan care based on contemplated procedure, standards of practice, admission assessment and MD preferences.
- Assemble, check and open sterile packs, sutures and more.
- Practice and assist others in maintaining aseptic technique and electrical and environmental safety in department.
- Comply with required standards for patient positioning, skin preparation, counting and side-site verification.
- Remain with the sterile setup to assure maintenance of the sterile field.
- Assist with draping the sterile field.
- Report and/or correct any break in sterile technique.
- Prepare and edit surgeon's preference lists to assure quality care of the surgical patient.
- Communicate pertinent information during procedure and during personnel changes.
- Assure that equipment and supplies are utilized at appropriate levels and returned to their proper location after use.
- Collect specimens as directed by the surgeon and identify the origin of each specimen to the RN Circulator.
- Assist surgeons and assistants with retraction and suction as directed.
- Assure that all biohazard material is handled and disposed of properly using universal precautions.
- Keep accurate counts of all sutures, sharps, soft goods and instruments.
- Assure that all instrumentation is returned to decontamination with proper documentation count sheets.
Benefits
- outstanding, comprehensive offerings are an investment in your health, well-being and future
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
