Surgical Technologist

OpTech•Rochester, NY

45d

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse and Surgical Team members, responsible for the handling or surgical instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during general surgical procedures Ensures understanding of assigned surgical procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the assigned surgical team Also provides service support related to patient preparation, patient transport, building services and assisting surgical care team with specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs Responds to emergent situations according to established procedures

Requirements

Physical ability to lift and move patients
Physical ability to push, pull and/or lift case carts, instrument trays and equipment
Able to work in a patient care area environment which may include exposure to communicable diseases, unpleasant odors, acute patient conditions, potential exposure to information, hazardous gases
Prolonged standing and walking
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required
Current BLS certification required or become BLS certified within one month of start date

Nice To Haves

One year of Surgical Technologist experience preferred
Graduate of CAAHEP accredited Surgical Technology program preferred

Responsibilities

Scrubs on general surgical procedures
Prepares operating room by setting up table, instruments and supplies according to type of surgery
Assures proper functioning of instruments and equipment prior to use and reports needed repairs appropriately
Follows established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, safety, environmental and infection control standards
Displays cost-consciousness in the opening of sterile supplies and in the care and handling of surgical instruments
Responds to emergent situations according to established procedures and notifies the appropriate people
Makes necessary supply deliveries to unit and ancillary departments
Maintains a safe and clean room environment; keeps room free from clutter, cleans and stocks rooms, returns equipment and supplies to designated storage locations, helps maintain cleanliness of assigned areas
Provides comfort and support for pre-operative patients by demonstrating sensitivity to patient's care and privacy
Maintains confidentially of patient and department care information
Participates in discussions with the Unit Manager/Supervisor regarding job enrichment and career progression
Completes required education in a timely manner and participates in on-going department specific educational programs
Actively participates in audit monitors and department task forces
Supports administrative and department governance changes to job role and operations
May train/precept new employees in the Surgical Technologist l role within core assignment
Completes required education in a timely manner and participates in on-going department specific educational programs
Assist RN in admitting, transferring and discharging patients from the OR
Assist leadership in adjusting par levels for efficient supply management
Recognizes and participates in continuing education
Performs other duties as assigned