Surgical Technician NON Certified - Kerrville SurgeryCenter

Description

Summary :

This Job is responsible for preparing and passing

instruments and equipment for assigned surgical procedures In

accordance with hospital and department standards and is

responsible for carrying out identified patient care needs

delegated by an RN, Physician or

Director / Manager / Supervisor.

Responsibilities :

Meets expectations of the applicable

OneCHRISTUS Competencies : Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or

Leader of Leaders.

Establishes and maintains

the sterile field, passes instruments and suture to the physician,

and assists as directed by the physician.

Use

the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling

cases and setting up the OR.

Ensures that

preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.

Works effectively as a member of the team

caring for the patient.

Cooperates in team

planning and execution.

Maintains a safe

environment by implementing technical and aseptic practices at all

times.

Demonstrates clinical expertise in use

and care of all surgical supplies, instruments and equipment.

Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for

both patient and own safety in all patient care situations.

Demonstrates competency to monitor and

control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control,

dress codes and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.

Familiar with facility policy and procedure

regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all

instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility.

Demonstrates competence to perform assigned

patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the

population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by

the department.

Appropriately adapts assigned

patient assessment, treatment and / or care methods to accommodate

the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific and other

developmental needs of each patient served.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements : Education / Skills

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Experience

2 or more years of experience preferred

Licenses,

Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS required

Work Type : Full Time