Job Summary:

Facilitates the operative or other invasive procedure by preparing and providing the required sterile instruments, supplies and equipment. Maintains the sterile field and anticipates and responds to the needs of the surgical team.

Reports to: Peri-Operative Manager

Classification: Non- Exempt

Qualifications:

Required:

Education/Licensure/Certification

Graduate from an accredited surgical technology program preferred

Certified surgical technologist (CST) preferred

BLS required.

ACLS & PALS certification upon hire or must obtain within 6 months

Preferred:

One year perioperative services experience

Basic computer skills (eg, Microsoft® Word)

Occupational Exposure:

Category I exposure to bloodborne pathogens, frequent exposure to chemical hazards and may encounter radiation hazards.

Responsibilities:

Physical Demands

1. Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
2. Function as a scrub person during operative and other invasive procedures by
   1. assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure;
3. preparing and organizing sterile supplies and instruments for the procedure;
4. performing accounting procedures in concert with the RN circulator;
5. assisting with placement of sterile drapes;
6. providing instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure;
7. maintaining an organized sterile field;
8. ensuring sterility of the field and taking corrective actions as needed; and
9. preparing sterile dressings.
10. Clean and prepare surgical instruments for processing and transport them to the decontamination areas.
11. Assist with post procedure cleaning of the operative or other invasive procedure room and preparation of room for subsequent patients.
12. Participate in ongoing educational and competency verification activities applicable to scrub person activities.
13. Maintain privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.