Surgical Technologist H&V OR - Main Operating Room - Full Time - Days

Job Description

Primary responsibility involves performance of specific tasks, as a scrub technologist and / or during surgical procedures to facilitate the efficient and safe progress of the surgical case. Assists with the maintenance of surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment. Maintains positive customer relations. Shall demonstrate competency and possess the technical skills appropriate for his / her assigned cases and utilizes that knowledge in assisting others. Performs various duties within his / her scope of responsibility and is accountable to the Clinical Manager.

Responsibilities

Responsible for surgical preparation of surgical procedures.

• Checks daily assignment.
• Reviews surgical preference lists to clarify surgical routine and update preference lists as needed.
• Utilize resources to obtain needed supplies for the case.
• Checks table(s) for complete readiness for each procedure. Ensures all items needed for the case are present :

Obtains physician's special instruments and sutures prior to start of the case.

Ensures communication made to surgeon prior to the start of the case if any supplies and / or equipment are unavailable

Responsible for the set-up of sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment on assigned procedures.

Promotes an environment of cooperation and teamwork.

Assists with patient care at the end of the surgical procedure.

Cleanses operative site.

Promotes safe environment for patient and all health care members.

Receives instruments from surgeon.

Follows universal precautions according to hospital policy

Professional Development - Assumes responsibility and accountability for professional growth and development. Contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues and others.

Is aware of physical and emotional needs at all times and gives appropriate care and comfort.

Protects patient's dignity while anesthetized by avoiding unnecessary exposure.

Protects patient's privacy by insuring confidentiality of chart and history.

Puts proper patients' welfare above person consideration; admits to errors and takes proper steps to correct.

Productivity - Understands factors related to cost and effective outcomes when planning and implementing patient care.

UNIT POPULATION SERVED COMPETENCY

Evidence exists that The Christ Hospital staff considers the special needs and behaviors of the specific patient populations served, associates demonstrate those competencies that address the unique characteristics related to developmental, physical, psychosocial, mental, emotional, and social needs of patients across the life span. Employees are able to demonstrate those competencies that address the needs of patients with unique cultural norms, religious preferences, language, communication barriers, literacy issues, and health literacy limitations.

Qualifications

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE :

EDUCATION : The surgical technologist has completed education in surgical technology and / or has completed on the job experience / training which allows the technologist to obtain certification.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE : None required

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE : The Surgical Technologists demonstrates the knowledge, abilities, and skills to provide age and culturally specific patient care and education. The ST effectively communicates with peers, utilizes appropriate channels of communication and maintains absolute confidentiality. The ST maintains competence and demonstrates evidence of continuing professional growth. The ST demonstrates the ability to accept and implement change and the ability to work in a culturally diverse setting. The ST is responsible for knowledge, use, care, and handling of surgical instruments.

LICENSES REGISTRATIONS & / or CERTIFICATIONS :

All OR ST's obtain certification within 6 months from start date in department with either a CST or TS-C (NCCT). ST's who were employed at TCH prior to January 2010 are required to obtain certification by December 31, 2018.