Surgery Tech

Monday through Friday 7-7

ASC Surgery Center

JOB TITLE : Surgical Technologist

REPORTS TO : ASC Manager

FLSA STATUS : Non-exempt

JOB OVERVIEW : Responsible for identifying, securing and demonstrating proficient utilization of instrumentation, supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures. Performs a variety of other duties as a member of the TDC team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO :

1.Expertise in safety principles, asepsis, sterile technique and universal precautions. Applies and shares knowledge with others.

2.Perform all scrub technologist functions for all cases done in surgery center.

3.Ability to perform surgical technologist functions according to AORN Recommended Practices and Center Policies and Procedures.

4.Knowledge of, and ability to, disinfect, clean and sterilize, surgery center instruments, equipment, and supplies utilizing the appropriate processing equipment, such as ultrasonic cleaner, washer-disinfector, Steris and Autoclaves.

5.Ability to prioritize and have excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

6.Ability to work effectively in stressful situations.

7.Set-up required operative fields, arranging instrumentation, equipment and supplies appropriately according to the Surgery Center's policies and case preference cards.

8.Prepare for scheduled procedures by picking cases, utilizing surgeon's preference cards. Labels cases and prepares "needs list" accurately.

9.Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and other members of the surgical team.

10.Handle specimens appropriately per Center policies and procedures.

11.Demonstrates care of delicate instrumentation by proper handling and storage of instruments used on assigned cases.

12.Assist in surgery suite maintenance including case preparation, turn-over, instrument processing and terminal cleaning.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

1.Assist with inventory control and stocking of supplies.

2.Assists in the orientation of new personnel.

3.Acts as a resource person to other members of the staff.

4.Participates in the Quality Improvement Program activities including identification of opportunities for cost reductions and efficiencies.

5.Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for professional practice and for continued professional growth and development through printed material or other sources and by attending in services and seminars as appropriate.

6.Adhere to all policies and procedures, including but not limited to standards for confidentiality, Infection Control, safety (OSHA), attendance, punctuality and personal appearance.

7.Assist with patient transports and patient positioning as directed by RNs or MDs.

8.Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education / Certification :

1.Current State of Washington Surgical Technologist Registration.

2.CPR certification for Health Care Providers.

Experience : Minimum two years surgical experience, ASC experience preferred.

Skills :

1.Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills in order to facilitate effective interaction with health care professionals, coworkers, patients and families.

2.Ability to work with minimal supervision and have the capacity to organize and prioritize work.

3.Prior knowledge of surgical instrumentation and equipment.

4.Ability to flex hours as needed and / or requested by ASC Manager.

Physical Requirements :

1.Hearing : Adequate to perform job duties in person and over the telephone.

2.Speaking : Must be able to communicate clearly to patients and coworkers in person and over the telephone.

3.Vision : Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens, and including visual examination of patients.

4.Other : The position is mostly sitting, standing and walking throughout the day with occasional bending and reaching. Requires frequent lifting and carrying of items weighing less than 10 pounds including assisting patients and up to 30 pounds in surgeries when required. Involves potential exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, medicinal preparations and other conditions common in a clinical environment.

The above is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the performance for this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement [CBA]. Starting offers are determined by both the candidate's directly applicable experience and internal equity within the paygrade. The current wage range is for a Surgery Tech is $27.26 - $42.65, Certified Surgery Tech's will make $29.40- $45.99

You may be eligible for additional pay to include weekend premium, shift premium and other premiums outlined in the CBA. Compensation and benefit eligibility are based off of FTE, assigned job classification / description, and complies with current union agreements.

The Doctors Clinic currently offers the following benefits for eligible FTE's :

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), or Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO), Long Term Illness (LTI) Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing
• Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance