Surgical Technologist

North Carolina Specialty Hospital (NCSH) is a private, physician‑owned medical center that opened its doors in 1926. The hospital’s commitment to growth and continuous improvement has helped it maintain a number of high rankings in both quality measures and patient satisfaction. NCSH offers surgical specialties in orthopedics, ophthalmology, ear, nose and throat, sports medicine, oral, plastic, podiatry, general surgery, interventional radiology, pain management, reconstructive surgery and more.

North Carolina Specialty Hospital, 3916 Ben Franklin Blvd, Durham, NC 27704, USA

• Award Winning Hospital for Special Surgery
• 5 Star CMS rated facility for patient experience
• Positive Work culture
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance

Under the supervision of the Director of Surgical Services, this position assists in surgical operations under the guidance of surgeons, registered nurse(s), or additional O.R. personnel.

• Performs scrub activities based on principles of aseptic technique, infection control, universal precautions guidelines, environmental control, and life safety guidelines; anticipates needs of patient and surgeon; demonstrates critical thinking skills and prioritizes activities when performing the scrub role; under supervision of the RN, prepares medications for procedures to be used by physicians; knows routine drugs used intra‑operatively, dosages, concentrations, and appropriate route of administration.
• Prepares and knows the specific uses of equipment, instrumentation and supplies used for surgical procedures.
• Locates and operates equipment; handles and operates equipment properly; initiates service request and reports to supervisor action taken when malfunction of equipment occurs.
• Performs scrub role independently by locating supplies, equipment, and instruments; prepares the operating room utilizing preference cards to set up surgical instruments and equipment; independently prepares the sterile field for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients for the intra‑operative experience; differentiates and demonstrates knowledge of sterilization methods required for instruments or equipment.
• Implements and maintains preference cards in an updated complete form utilizing automated processes and clinical information systems appropriately and efficiently.
• Predictable and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Adheres to all Hospital Policies and Procedures, specifically Guidelines for Appropriate Conduct, Corporate Compliance, Diversity, and Confidentiality.
• Identifies potential risks to patients: identifies risks to patients in order to reduce incidence of injury; identifies actions to eliminate, minimize or report risks; identifies procedures to follow in the event of an incident; reports processes for common problems, failures and user errors.
• Demonstrates the spirit of the philosophy, mission, and values of the hospital through words and actions and implements them into departmental processes, programs, and the working environment.
• Applies principles and values of customer service and continuous quality improvement while performing day‑to‑day activities of the position.
• Maintains and protects confidentiality regarding all aspects of patient care, personnel and strategic issues.
• Adheres to Confidentiality Policy.
• Maintains positive working relationships and fosters a cooperative work environment.
• Adheres to the hospital’s "Guidelines for Appropriate Conduct" in the HR Manual.
• Displays honesty and mutual respect when communicating with peers and other departments.
• Follows through on problems that may compromise effective job performance by using appropriate chain of command.
• Utilizes concepts of age/developmental stages in interactions with patients and families.
• Complies with National Patient Safety Goals.
• Universal precautions and infection control guidelines, including hand washing guidelines, are followed at all times.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which…