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Job Posting Title:
Surgical Technologist
Location:
Frisco - Ambulatory Surgical Center
Additional Posting Details:
Monday - Friday
6:30am - 5:pm (4/10-hour shifts)
Job Description:
Duties/Responsibilities
Job Posting Title:
Surgical Technologist
Location:
Frisco - Ambulatory Surgical Center
Additional Posting Details:
Monday - Friday
6:30am - 5:pm (4/10-hour shifts)
Job Description:
Duties/Responsibilities
- Supports the mission, vision, and values of SRC.
- Communicate effectively with Periop leadership and surgery team.
- Assist with transferring patients to the operating table and positioning them appropriately under Circulator guidance.
- Collaborate with surgeons, nurses and other providers to develop best practices for surgical procedures.
- Implement quality assurance measures to ensure the safety and efficacy of surgical services.
- Strong knowledge of surgical instruments and techniques.
- Gathers, checks and opens supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedure.
- Be a good steward with the hospital and department resources.
- Open only the supplies that are needed for the case and keep other items in the room on “hold”. Refrain from opening unnecessary supplies and instruments.
- Performs the surgical scrub and donning gown and gloves.
- Able to develop knowledge of surgical procedures with emphasis on various orthopedic procedures and the miscellaneous equipment used in the surgical service area.
- Maintain strict adherence to infection control practices and protocols.
- Proficient understanding of sterile techniques and infection control.
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment while remaining calm under pressure. Team-oriented mindset with a passion for providing exceptional patient care.
- Understanding of surgical instruments and their specific uses in various procedures.
- Set up the sterile back table and Mayo stand with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medication/solutions needed for the procedures.
- Performs instrument, sharps and sponge counts with the circulator.
- Assist with draping the patient and establishing the sterile field. Secures tubing cords and other sterile accessories.
- Prepares and anticipates additional instrumentation, equipment, and supplies for usage during the procedure.
- Participate in the surgical site and patient verification during the time out procedure.
- Anticipates the needs of the surgeon by passing instruments and supplies to surgeon during procedure.
- Maintain the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure.
- Coordinate with the circulating perioperative nurse before, during and after the procedure.
- Prepares and passes off specimen(s) as appropriate.
- Clean and prepare instruments for terminal sterilization (point-of-use).
- Assists in prepping the OR for the next patient and assists other team members with terminal cleaning of room.
- Assist with updating and keeping accurate preference cards of surgeon’s preferences.
- Maintaining necessary records, logs, and reports.
- Participates in continuing education and training programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Graduate of Surgical Technologist program with Certification (CST or TS-C), military trained scrub tech, or scrub tech experience prior to 2009 required
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a surgical tech with specific knowledge in Orthopedic and Spine procedures preferred.
- BLS required within 6 months of hire.
- Requires knowledge of principles of asepsis and sterile technique and operating room technique and standards.
- Understanding of surgical instruments and their specific uses in various procedures.
- Working Conditions: Inside
- Working Position: Sitting, Standing, and Walking
- Physical Demands: Heavy
- Physical Requirements: Lifting/Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Climbing, Balancing, Stooping/Kneeling/Bending, and Repetitive Movements
- Lifting or carrying between 35 - 50 lbs.
- Sensory/Communicative activities essential to the performance of this position: Hearing, Seeing, Feeling, and Speaking
- This position will be exposed to Inside Environments, Bloodborne Pathogens, Loud Noise, Chemical Hazards, and Respiratory Hazards