Surgical Technologist-Ambulatory Surgery Center

Atlas Healthcare Partners•Lexington, SC

3d•$26 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Prisma Health Orthopedic Surgery Center - Lexington, located at 104 Saluda Pointe Drive, Suite 200 in Lexington, South Carolina, is a modern outpatient facility specializing in orthopedic surgery. Designed with patient comfort, efficiency, and surgical excellence in mind, the center provides a streamlined and compassionate experience for individuals undergoing a wide range of orthopedic procedures. With advanced technology and a dedicated team of specialists, Prisma Health Orthopedic Surgery Center - Lexington brings expert outpatient care closer to home, proudly serving the Lexington community with the high-quality treatment they deserve.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
BLS required.
Where applicable, must be registered with State Regulatory Agency.
Requires manual dexterity and the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations.
Requires the ability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly.
Requires the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from a certified school of surgical technology
2 years of operating room experience

Responsibilities

Selects and places surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgery.
Scrubs and provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during surgical procedures.
Prepares for surgical procedures by pulling appropriate instruments and supplies and ensuring their good working order.
Reviews case carts for correct instruments and supplies.
Plans ahead for upcoming surgical case needs.
Anticipates the surgeon's needs by passing instruments, retracting tissue, and operating equipment during surgery.
Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure.
Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into the case cart for processing.
Participates in the counting of sharps, instruments, and sponges.
Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.
Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate.
Assists with OR turnover between cases.
Participates in stocking, replenishing supplies, and cleaning operating rooms.
May provide business support to the department including assigned administrative tasks.
Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.
Provides all customers with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating core and leader behaviors.