Certified Surgical Tech- PRN

Qualifications

Vocational / Technical Degree in Accredited Surgical Technology Program (Required)

• 0 - 1 year Surgical technologist experience (Preferred)

• Certified Surgical Technologists (CST)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

• CST RESPONSIBILITIES: The CST will prepare and assist with surgical procedures in collaboration with Registered Nurse.
• Pull cases according to doctor preference cards.
• Maintain and prepare sterile field.
• Maintain knowledge of surgical procedures.
• Anticipate needs of surgeon.
• Assist surgeon by passing instruments, sutures, etc.
• CARE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION: Develops an individualized plan with strategies that address diagnoses;
  Provides for continuity through a plan that directs other members of the team;
  Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner;
  Documents implementation and includes changes or omissions of the identified plan;
  Consults with healthcare providers and makes referrals as appropriate;
  Utilizes appropriate community resources and systems to implement the plan.
• CARE PROCESSES: Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care;
  Bases care decisions on plan of care;
  Monitors and documents patient response;
  Establishes rapport with clients;
  Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs;
  Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment;
  Provides effective interventions;
  Respects patients confidentiality and privacy;
  Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families;
  Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs).
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
• For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.