Title: Surgical Technologist (Technician)- Full-Time

Job Summary:

The Surgical Scrub Technician, under the supervision of the Operating Room Manager/Director of Nursing, according to the organizational structure, and at the direction of Registered Nurses; performs surgical scrubbing and assisting duties. Assures proper care and maintenance of all surgical instrumentation and equipment while maintaining the sterile field. Demonstrates good knowledge of principles and practices of aseptic technique and infection control. Demonstrates knowledge of all equipment, instruments, procedures and supplies utilized in the operating room.

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepares and knows the specific uses of equipment, instrumentation and supplies used for surgical procedures.
• Locates, handles, and operates surgical instruments and equipment properly.
• Initiates service request and reports to supervisor action taken when malfunction of equipment occurs.
• Performs scrub role, without assistance by locating supplies, equipment, and instruments; prepares operating room utilizing preference cards to set up surgical instruments and equipment; independently prepares the sterile field for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients for the intra-operative experience; differentiates and demonstrates knowledge of sterilization methods required for instruments or equipment.
• Implements and maintains preference cards in an updated complete form utilizing automated process and clinical information systems appropriately and efficiently.
• Identifies potential risks to patients, identifies risks to patients to reduce incidence of injury; identifies actions to eliminate, minimize or report risks; identifies procedures to follow in the event of an incident; reports processes for common problems, failures and user errors.
• Adheres to all organizations Policies and Procedures, specifically Guidelines for Appropriate Conduct, Corporate Compliance, Diversity, and Confidentiality.
• Applies the principles and values of customer service and continuous quality improvement while performing day-to-day activities of the position.
• Maintains and protects confidentiality regarding all aspects of patient care, personnel and strategic issues.
• Maintains positive working relationships and fosters cooperative work environment.
• Infection Control is followed and maintained through all procedures. 

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Ability:

• Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of approved surgical technician program, CST certification, OR documented experience 
• Minimum of two years’ experience in the Operating Room preferred
• Ability to achieve CPR certification within 60 days of employment
• Ability to relate and work effectively with others
• Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards
• Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own professional advancement
• Is aware of surgical technician standards and performs in accordance with them