Eisenhower Medical Center
Job Objective:
A brief overview of the position.
The Surgical Technologist, working under the direct supervision of the perioperative nurse, performs the duties of a scrub person.
Prepares supplies for case, sets up and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments and supplies to the surgeon, readies used instruments for the cleaning and re-sterilization process.
Able to take call independently and can respond for all specialties except cardiac.
Reports toNursing Director or Nurse Manager as delegatedSupervisesNoneAges of PatientsPediatricAdolescentAdultGeriatricBlood Borne PathogensHigh PotentialQualifications EducationRequired:
High School DiplomaRequired:
Successful completion of accredited Surgical Technology training program, or equivalent as determined by Director of Perioperative ServicesLicensure/CertificationRequired:
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)Preferred:
Certification as a surgical technologist (CST or TS-C)Experience Required:
Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a surgical technologist in an acute multi-specialty environment, evidencing independent performance in a variety of surgical specialtiesEssential ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violationsDemonstrates and maintains aseptic technique according to the policies and procedures of Surgical ServicesDemonstrates competency and knowledge of the surgical environment regarding traffic patterns and contamination of the sterile fieldAnticipates surgeons needs by review of preference card and procuring appropriate supplies prior to start of caseMaintains orderly instrument table and surgical fieldRemains attentive to the progression of the case in order to anticipate surgeon's needsVerbally verifies and labels medications and irrigations on the back table with perioperative nurseMaintains and documents accurate sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the perioperative nurseProperly disposes of all sharps and biohazardous wasteAccurately identifies surgical specimen and transfers to the perioperative nursePrepares instruments for cleaning and resterilizationAssists with putting away supplies and room turnoverContributes to maximum efficiency of the surgical line up in order to adhere to surgical start timesDemonstrates cost effectiveness by using judgment when opening and using suppliesKeeps current with new intraoperative techniques and equipment through participation in unit based and continuing educationActs as a preceptor to new staff and studentsServe as a role model to new employees and other staff members.
Coaches team to anticipate resourcesCommunicate effectively with patients, staff members and physicians.
Manages at least one department project or gives one staff in-service per yearAssume responsibility for self and ensures that the policies, procedures and safety practices of the Operating Room and Hospital are reinforcedUse critical thinking to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and perform other duties and responsibilities as requiredAccepts responsibilities only within scope of practicePerforms other duties as assignedPI239008768About the Company:
Eisenhower Medical Center.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
A brief overview of the position.
The Surgical Technologist, working under the direct supervision of the perioperative nurse, performs the duties of a scrub person.
Prepares supplies for case, sets up and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments and supplies to the surgeon, readies used instruments for the cleaning and re-sterilization process.
Able to take call independently and can respond for all specialties except cardiac.
Reports toNursing Director or Nurse Manager as delegatedSupervisesNoneAges of PatientsPediatricAdolescentAdultGeriatricBlood Borne PathogensHigh PotentialQualifications EducationRequired:
High School DiplomaRequired:
Successful completion of accredited Surgical Technology training program, or equivalent as determined by Director of Perioperative ServicesLicensure/CertificationRequired:
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)Preferred:
Certification as a surgical technologist (CST or TS-C)Experience Required:
Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a surgical technologist in an acute multi-specialty environment, evidencing independent performance in a variety of surgical specialtiesEssential ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violationsDemonstrates and maintains aseptic technique according to the policies and procedures of Surgical ServicesDemonstrates competency and knowledge of the surgical environment regarding traffic patterns and contamination of the sterile fieldAnticipates surgeons needs by review of preference card and procuring appropriate supplies prior to start of caseMaintains orderly instrument table and surgical fieldRemains attentive to the progression of the case in order to anticipate surgeon's needsVerbally verifies and labels medications and irrigations on the back table with perioperative nurseMaintains and documents accurate sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the perioperative nurseProperly disposes of all sharps and biohazardous wasteAccurately identifies surgical specimen and transfers to the perioperative nursePrepares instruments for cleaning and resterilizationAssists with putting away supplies and room turnoverContributes to maximum efficiency of the surgical line up in order to adhere to surgical start timesDemonstrates cost effectiveness by using judgment when opening and using suppliesKeeps current with new intraoperative techniques and equipment through participation in unit based and continuing educationActs as a preceptor to new staff and studentsServe as a role model to new employees and other staff members.
Coaches team to anticipate resourcesCommunicate effectively with patients, staff members and physicians.
Manages at least one department project or gives one staff in-service per yearAssume responsibility for self and ensures that the policies, procedures and safety practices of the Operating Room and Hospital are reinforcedUse critical thinking to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and perform other duties and responsibilities as requiredAccepts responsibilities only within scope of practicePerforms other duties as assignedPI239008768About the Company:
Eisenhower Medical Center.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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