Surgical Technologist
Surgical Technologist
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Under direct supervision performs delegated patient care functions assisting in surgical procedures and in the preparation of supplies and equipment in an operating room.
- Assists in the preparation of the operating room and in the selection of surgical instruments and equipment by reviewing the surgeon preference list and conferring with the circulating nurse to gather appropriate equipment
- Counts needles sponges and instruments
- Ensures medications on the sterile field are properly labeled
- Ensures fluids are maintained at a safe temperature
- Ensures instrumentation is cleaned at point of use restrung and sprayed with enzymatic cleaner.
- Performs preoperative preparation of patients including skin preparation draping and positioning patients for procedures in accordance with department procedures and protocols as needed.
- Hands instruments to the surgeon as requested and/or required preparing suture material for use and assisting with gowning and gloving of surgical team in accordance with departmental protocols.
- Performs related duties associated with basic patient care including pickingup blood delivering specimens to clinical laboratories performing room turnover between cases escorting patients when assigned and checking emergency carts for needed supplies. Transports patients and runs errands as directed by RN.
- Prepares supplies for sterilization including washing and wrapping instruments.
- Assesses the environmental needs of the area and recommends and/or initiates appropriate action.
- Orientates new Surgical Technologists by explaining department policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
- High School diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
- Completion of a Surgical Technologist training program is required
- 1year experience (in lieu of training program)
- CPR certification is required
Additional Information :
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation:
Pay Range: $27.98$61.02
Other Compensation (if applicable): n/a
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
