Surgical Technologist - Baroness Hospital - GYN

Surgical Technologist - Baroness Hospital - GYN - Full-time Job Summary

The Surgical Technologist is a specifically trained scrub technologist who, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, serves as a vital member of the OR team, responsible for direct and indirect care of the surgical patient.

High School education or equivalent.

• Maintain certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body recognized by the health facilities commission; or obtain such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of a surgical technology program.
• Have documented evidence of surgical technology training through the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service in lieu of certification; or qualify as recognized by the State of TN.
• BLS completed prior to going to unit/department and maintained going forward.

The Surgical Technologist functions as a member of the surgical team responsible for the obtaining of surgical supplies, preparation of the surgical field and maintenance of procedure sterility. The Surgical technologist works in collaboration with the medical, anesthesia, managerial, nursing and clinical staff in order to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

The Surgical Technologist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. This individual further contributes to the department and Medical Center through support of the philosophy and objectives.

The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age‑specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's policies and procedures.

Assessment of competency is done through evaluation by direct supervisor by direct observation, in a skills lab, or discussed verbally or written. Competency can also be evaluated by a formal peer review process and/or by self‑assessment based on objective criteria that are reviewed and validated.

Regular Standard Hours;
Full‑time;
Entry level;
Health Care Provider;
Hospitals and Health Care.