Surgical Technologist

Emergeortho, P.A•Leland, NC

About The Position

EmergeOrtho is seeking a Surgical Technologist to provide individualized care to surgical patients under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role requires knowledge of a variety of surgical procedures, aseptic technique, and the equipment, instruments, procedures, and supplies used in the operating room. The position also includes sterile processing duties, as needed, under the supervision of the Clinical Director, including proper care and maintenance of surgical instruments, equipment, and sterilization processes. The Surgical Technologist communicates continually with operating room staff, reports special equipment needs, and monitors the daily schedule for changes in instrumentation. The role calls for organization, flexibility, and the ability to work under pressure and handle situations requiring patience, tact, and endurance. The schedule is 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
Completion of a surgical technologist program from an accredited institution.
BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
Familiarity with instruments and equipment related to perioperative nursing.
Ability to work well with people under deadlines and stress.
Ability to be flexible and take on new responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Sterile Processing certification preferred.
Surgical Technologist certification preferred.
At least 1 year of operating room experience preferred.
At least 1 year of sterile processing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized care to surgical patients under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Decontaminate, clean, wrap, and sterilize surgical instruments.
Maintain instrument trays so they are complete, stocked, and in good working order.
Follow universal precautions and safe practices when handling biohazardous materials.
Enter essential information into the computer system and complete required continuing education.
Participate in process-improvement activities with Sterile Processing and the operating room.
Participate in cost containment.
Assist with planned patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Promote a safe environment and help prevent infection complications by maintaining necessary supplies and equipment.
Assure sterility and modify care delivery according to patient needs.
Apply aseptic technique and demonstrate appropriate care of specialized equipment.
Work with and assist in various procedures, using different types of equipment and working with surgeons.
Communicate appropriate information to essential team members under varying conditions.
Maintain the surgical unit in a state of readiness and prepare operating room suites according to patient needs and procedure types.
Maintain equipment in good working order.
Collect and compile data and prepare reports or summaries for internal quality-improvement studies.
Communicate ongoing with operating room staff, communicate special equipment needs, and monitor schedule changes that affect instrumentation.
Perform other duties as assigned.