What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Technologist II - Operating Room position at St Peters Hospital?
Status: 1.0 FTE (Full-Time)
Shift: 7am-5:30pm plus variable weekend on-call requirement
Assists surgeon during operative and invasive procedures. Ensures operating suite is adequately prepared for procedure. Monitor PAR level of all surgical instruments and supplies. Cleans and sterilizes all surgical instruments. Handles medications under the supervision of the surgeon or nurse. Participates in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE : Minimum of three years of experience as operating room technician or certification in OR technology. Ability to function independently as operating room scrub in all surgical specialties.
EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED preferred. Graduation from a surgical tech two-year program preferred. Nurses involved in the care of orthopedic and spine patients must adhere to defined educational and competency requirements in compliance with DNV Orthopedic and Spine certification. Nurses providing care to orthopedic and spine patients must complete specialty-specific education and validate competency annually. Nurses are expected to participate in continuing education activities relevant to orthopedic and spine care, including updates on clinical guidelines, emerging technologies, and best practices. Educational areas may include, but are not limited to:
Musculoskeletal system anatomy and physiology
ERAS
Pain management strategies
Mobility and safety
Prevention of complications such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT), infection, and pressure injuries
Glucose management
Compartment syndrome
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY: Current BCLS Certification is required.
Aptitudes : Ability to achieve cognitive, organization and emotional maturity to deal effectively with multiple tasks, stresses, deadlines, difficult situations and/or customers. Possesses interpersonal/communication skills necessary for effective, non-judgmental, and empathetic patient care and customer relations.