Surgical Technologist

Surgery Partners Careers•Altoona, WI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist is an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients. Surgical Technologists work under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Hours: .9 FTE - 36 hours per week 12 hour shifts Hours are variable

Requirements

Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
Degree from an accredited school is required
Previous Neuro experience as a Surgical Technologist in a hospital environment is required
BLS certification is required upon hire
Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own professional advancement
Is aware of professional standards and performs in accordance with them
Ability to relate and work effectively with others
Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards

Responsibilities

Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure
Scrubs, gowns, and gloves
Opens sterile supplies and sets up sterile table with instruments, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedure
Anticipates additional supplies needed during the procedure
Keeps accurate records throughout the procedure and communicates them to circulator
Properly cares for specimens
Holds retractors or instruments as directed by the surgeon
Sponges or suctions operative site
Applies electrocautery to clamps on bleeders
Cuts suture material as directed by the surgeon
Connects drains to suction apparatus
Prepares and applies sterile dressing
Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation and before incision is closed
Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants
Helps in draping sterile field
Passes instruments to surgeon during procedure
Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure
Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization
Assists other members of team with terminal cleaning of room
Assists in prepping room for the next patient
Regular and prompt work-site attendance
Performs other duties as they are assigned