Travel Surgical Tech - $1,733 per week in Durango, CO

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Surg Tech in Durango, Colorado, 81301!

Pay Information

$1,733 per week

About The Position

Job Title : Surgical Tech

Profession : Tech

Specialty : Surgical

Duration : 13 weeks

Shift : 12h day shift

Hours per Shift : 12 hours

Experience : 1+ years of experience required

License : Colorado DORA Surgical Assistant License - Required

Certifications :

• Surgical Technology from the National Board Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
• Certification as a Tech in Surgery from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) - Required

Must-Have : BLS Required

Description :

The Surgical Tech works under the supervision of the surgeon and RN.

Assists the surgical team during operative procedures by arranging and inventorying sterile set-ups of instruments, equipment, and supplies for surgical cases.

Passes items to surgeons and nurses as needed.

Assists in preparing and moving patients and sterilizing and cleaning instruments, equipment, and rooms.

Uses preference cards to identify supplies and equipment needed for scheduled surgical or emergency procedures.

Updates preference cards with any necessary changes.

Sets up a sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications / solutions needed for the procedure.

Prepares solutions and medications used and properly labels and reports amounts for charting.

Prepares the back table and mayo stand anticipating the needs of the surgeon through the use of the surgeon’s preference card.

Provides supplies or equipment upon request for the surgeon, nurses, and / or anesthesiologist.

Assists with draping the sterile field, drapes, and covers operating and instrument tables.

Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation, before incision is closed, and as needed.

Delivers surgical specimens / cultures from the operative field to the circulating nurse.

Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure by checking package integrity, indicators, and opening procedures.

Prepares and sterilizes supplies and equipment used in surgical procedures.

Reviews and replaces supplies in the surgical case following a procedure.

Discards expired medications per protocol.

Assists with terminal cleaning of the operating room.

Puts equipment, supplies, and instruments away as required.

Assists in prepping the room for the next patient.

Holds retractors or instruments, sponges, or suctions the operative site.

Applies electrocautery to clamps on bleeders, cuts suture material, connects drains to suction apparatus, and applies dressings to a wound.

Ability to provide on-call coverage outside of standard scheduled hours per department policy.

Effectively communicates with the surgeon and nursing staff.

Anticipates possible problems or complications that could arise during cases.

Adjusts quickly and prepares for emergent cases that change workflow.

Performs all duties in a conscientious, courteous, and caring manner to maintain positive customer relations.

Maintains efficiency under stress and with irregular working hours.

Adheres to department procedures and acceptable protocols.

Applies knowledge of the dress code related to Standard Precautions and consistently wears appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Reports any life safety issues, environmental concerns, or process deviations to immediate supervisors.

Participates in quality improvement, evidence-based practice, and research activities.

Participates in professional development by attending department in-services and meetings.

Shares professional expertise to enhance the quality of patient care and staff development.

Seeks specialty service learning opportunities and growth for advancement.

Assists with the education of new staff and students.

Demonstrates effective time management and is proactive in prioritizing workload and meeting productivity requirements.

Adapts to rapidly changing technologies, policies, regulations, census, and staffing through priority setting and flexibility.

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Job Requirements

Required for Onboarding

About Cynet Health

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