Surgical Technologist

The Cardiovascular Care Group•Clifton, NJ

About The Position

The Surgical Technician will work primarily in supporting the surgeon and circulating RN in vascular procedures in our Procedure Suite. You may also support vein cases and sclerotherapy procedures in the office setting. The position’s duties are highly variably, so the successful candidate must be willing to change direction at a moment’s notice and keep pace with the other OR professionals on staff. Travel to other office locations may be required for operational coverage.

Requirements

Minimum five+ years as a surgical technician, preferably in a vascular surgery practice
Knowledge of sterile/aseptic technique
Strong patient focus and customer service skills
Excellent communication skills
Works well under pressure
Maintains professional demeanor, works cooperatively with others
Completion of a surgical technician program through an accredited school; surgical technician certification is required
Current CPR/BLS and AED certification

Responsibilities

Prepare instruments, equipment and appropriate supplies needed for office surgical procedures
Clean and sterilize procedure room and instruments; cleans room and decontaminates all equipment and instruments in accordance with Group policies/procedures.
(May) communicate pre-operative and post-operative instructions to patients
Observe and maintain compliance with all OSHA guidelines including hazard communication, MSDS and PPE requirements
Perform a variety of clinical & administrative tasks such as documentation to EMR, completing consent paperwork, processing medical clearances
Assist physician and nursing staff during procedure(s) while utilizing aseptic techniques
Maintains and operates all departmental equipment necessary for patient care (i.e. ultrasound, autoclave, various catheters, laser and RF machines).
Scrubs, gowns and gloves in accordance with AORN standards.
Applies proper post-operative dressings, pulls femoral sheaths and permcaths, assists with debridement, as needed
Manage inventory, ensuring availability of necessary supplies
Process disability paperwork for patients
Handles protected health information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Adheres to all Group policies and procedures in execution of job responsibilities.
Participates in Quality Improvement Program.
Performs other duties as assigned.