Surgical Technologist - Operating Room - 40hr

Job Description

This position is accountable for the care and the safety of patients in the OR. The incumbent performs routine and delegated duties according to Connecticut Children’s standards, policies and procedures. This includes scrubbing and other related duties under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to maintain sterility during surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

CLINICAL PRACTICE

Identifies core cases for assigned services. For these cases the Surgical Technologist is able to:

• Perform first scrub role, directly assisting the surgeon by passing sterile instruments and supplies at the sterile field.
• Predict and anticipate surgeon’s requests based on knowledge of the case.
• Distinguishes between core and specialty cases in each service.
• Recognizes the duties associated with the second scrub role, including but not limited to: holding retractors, sponging or suctioning operative site, applying electrocautery within the surgical technologist’s scope of practice, as directed by the surgeon.
• Collaborates with circulating RN to correctly account for countable items at the sterile field according to policy and procedure.
• Assists RN in gathering appropriate supplies for cases.
• Responsible for mixing, labeling and administering all drugs and solutions dispensed to the sterile field.
• Assures and maintains supply of fluids, solutions and drugs.
• Identifies specific care needs as related to the patient’s age group.
  
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Assists with preparation, maintenance and after-care of supplies, equipment, and facilities with the OR.
• Places equipment and supplies in the operating room and arranges instruments, according to instructions.
• Demonstrates the ability to wash and sterilize equipment when necessary following manufacture’s recommended instructions.
• Assists team members to place and position patients on the Operating Room table.
• Scrubs arms and hands appropriately and dons gown and gloves. Aids OR team members to don gown and gloves.
• Applies dressings post-surgery.
• Must be able to take call independently within 12 months of hire.
• Commits to lifelong learning and professional development by obtaining 15 continuing education equivalents per year.
• Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patients/families and coworkers.
• Demonstrates support for the mission, values, and goals of the organization through behaviors that are consistent with Connecticut Children’s standards.
  
  
  

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Required:

• Education Required: Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist Program.
  
  
  

License and/or Certification Required:

• Current certification as Certified Surgical Technologist (or certification acquired within 6 months of hire date) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assistants.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR in adult, child & infant is required upon hire and maintained.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Competencies of Surgical Technologist I responsibilities
• Department operations and procedures
• Equipment and supplies
  
  
  

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of
• constituencies in a diverse community
• Demonstrates skills including communication, conflict resolution, team building, problem solving and
• decision-making.
• Surgical Technologist responsibilities and duties
  
  
  

Ability to:

• Work individually or with within teams and/or other organizations within Connecticut Children's
• Maintain confidentiality of information
• Delegate appropriately to ancillary staff
• Communicate effectively with individuals and groups both orally and in writing
• Act in a professional capacity and serve as a professional role model.
  
  
  

About Us

Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.

At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well-being as one team.