Surgical Technologist
Description
Participates in providing care to patients undergoing surgical intervention, including identifying, assembling and facilitating use of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies to assist the surgical team.
Tasks are supervised by Registered Nurse and delegated by the surgeon. May also perform in the sterile processing function as needed.
Will eventually be required to take call after orientation.
Principle Responsibilities
Participates as a surgical team memberPrepares the OR and sets up for procedures. Identifies supplies, instruments and equipment needed.
Maintains safe environment for patient and other staff, using electrical equipment and instruments correctly.Follows aseptic technique standards of practice.
Complies with regulatory requirements for point of use care of instruments.Handles medications and specimens following policies / procedures.
Assists the physician in the scrub role during surgical proceduresMaintains a sterile field.Anticipates needs for instruments, equipment and other supplies.
Performs sponge, sharps and other counts accurately.Accounts for all instruments and items on the field.Communicates to physician and circulator when needs arise during the surgical intervention.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Associate's or Vocational degree graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program
Preferred Qualifications
1+ year of Surgical Technologist experience
Licenses / Certifications
Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below :
Certified Surgical Technologist from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting within 1 year of hire
Tech in Surgery TS-C (NCCT) Certification within 1 year of hire
Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below :
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)
Physical Demands
- Medium Work :
- Lifting weightUp to 50 lbs. occasionally, Up to 25 lbs. frequently
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