Surgical Technologist (Full-Time)

Gem City Bone & Joint•Laramie, WY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist the surgeon during operative and invasive procedures. Ensure operating suite is adequately prepared for procedure. Maintain appropriate levels of all surgical instruments and supplies. Responsible for decontaminating, cleaning, processing, and sterilizing instruments and equipment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent - Required
Certification of Completion - Graduate of Surgical Technology Program, or On the Job Training - Required
Certificate - Current BLS (Must be through the American Heart Association) - Required
Completion - Orientation Packet and Competency Skills Checklist Within 90 Days of Employment - Required
Must be able to visually evaluate the patient’s status - Constant
Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with physicians, co-workers, and patients, as well as to receive instruction from physicians and/or supervisor - Constant
Must be able to verbally communicate with physicians, co-workers, and patients, and to give instructions to patients and/or employees under supervision - Constant
Must be able to maneuver and handle surgical equipment and perform duties requiring fine motor skills - Constant
Must be able to stand in place for long periods of time - Constant
Must be able to lift at least 75 pounds - Occasionally
Must be able to maneuver and position equipment and patients - Frequently

Nice To Haves

1 Year Operating Room Experience - Preferred

Responsibilities

Adapt procedures to meet individual needs of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
Prepare room in a timely manner with all anticipated instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment for each individual case
Utilize surgeon preference cards and update as needed
Check all equipment/instruments needed prior to each procedure to ensure proper functioning
Follow aseptic technique when opening sterile supplies, setting up procedures, and during procedures
Set up, scrub, and prepare for procedures in a time frame which does not delay case start
Assist in positioning of patients for surgical procedures
Maintain an orderly and sterile instrument table for the purpose of efficiency
Demonstrate knowledge of step-by-step progress of specific surgical procedures, including instruments and/or trays needed for each procedure
Complete operating room counts accurately; follow proper procedure in the event of incorrect count, report all discrepancies to circulating nurse and correct immediately
Handle surgical specimens and bodily fluids properly
Make decisions reflecting knowledge of facts and good judgment
Transfers patient safely, e.g. lock transport vehicle wheels, secure IV lines, catheters, pain pumps, suction devices, protect patient's extremities during transfer, and use transfer devices as appropriate.
Clean and prepare rooms between procedures and after last case; restock supplies and organize effectively for end-of-case clean up
Responsible for care of instruments/equipment during intra/postoperative phase, including cleaning and processing of instruments
Differentiate sterilization methods required for specific instruments and equipment; appropriate validation and spore testing with records computed per policy; visual inspection of sterilizations for visible signs of malfunction; report to manager
Load and operate all sterilizers (steam) and complete all appropriate documentation records as needed
Assemble all instrument procedure trays and/or packs following prescribed manner using content lists as a guide
Clean, prepare, and wrap package instruments correctly according to policy. (Autoclave loads)
Understand and utilize event-related sterilization
Use Skills Skill in language use, including reading and comprehending instructions, short correspondence, and memos, constructing correspondence, and presenting information in one-on-one, small group situations, in person and electronically
Use computer to perform department functions, i.e. forms, data entry, e-mail
Follow dress code
Project a pleasant and professional image per company policy
Wear identification while on duty
Come to work projecting an attitude that welcomes patients
Communicate name and role to patient
Respond with flexibility to changing workload and/or assignments
Stay organized and function under stressful situations
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, co-workers, and the public, that harbor a friendly, yet professional interaction
Demonstrate willingness to readily interact with other staff members and department leaders
Exhibit initiative and self-directed behavior
Accept responsibility for own professional growth and personal conduct by seeking knowledge in work specific areas, taking advantage of opportunities at work to observe and volunteer
Ability to work independently, make decisions, and solve problems
Act as a mentor/preceptor to students and new employees.
Perform other duties as directed/required, to ensure efficient operations of Premier Bone & Joint Centers
Observe confidentiality of information in regards to patients, physicians, and fellow employees; ability to maintain confidentiality under HIPAA standards
Maintain a good attendance record and arrive to work punctually
Utilize established time clock system appropriately
Able to substantiate overtime, minimize overtime and adjust hours as needed
Cell phone may be used for business purposes only
Utilize cell phone for personal use only during breaks or meal periods out of the public eye
Maintain a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff, including personal work areas
Utilizing correct/safe technique when using equipment and notify manager of malfunctioning equipment