Surgical Technologist

Job Description

The Surgical Technologist 2 prepares and maintains medical equipment for surgical procedures, follows hospital regulations and industry procedures to tend to patients during pre‑operation procedures, performs pre‑operation preparations of the patient’s skin, body and medical equipment, and may be required to transport patients to and from the operating room. The role relies on education, some experience, and judgment to accomplish the job, works under general supervision, and requires creativity and latitude to complete responsibilities.

• Surgical Case Preparation
• Ensure proper equipment, instruments and supplies are provided for procedures and specialty areas.
• Ensure a well‑organized sterile setup/field is maintained at all times, contributing to smooth operations.
• Anticipate and respond timely and efficiently when performing assignments.
• Follow proper sterile techniques and maintain a sterile field at all times.
• Provide assistance to the circulating RN with procedure/patient preparation.
• Have working knowledge of autoclaves to consistently follow the proper sterilization method for selected instruments.
• Follow the proper procedure for counting of instruments, sponges and sharps.
• Check instrumentation for accuracy prior to the procedure for proper functionality and maintain it throughout the procedure.
• Quality & Patient Safety
• Provide appropriate procedure supplies and equipment for age‑specific needs within specified guidelines.
• Transport patients safely and timely.
• Assist in positioning patients as needed.
• Ensure recommended AORN guidelines are followed at all times.
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Follow case progress to anticipate surgeons' needs.
• Actively participate in departmental improvement activities and staff meetings.
• Assist the OR staff with room turnovers to help decrease turnover times.
• Respond to overhead pages as soon as possible or within three (3) minutes.
• Assist with clerical OR desk duties after hours by answering phones or taking messages.
• Participate daily in scheduled procedures and demonstrate competency in multiple service specialties.
• Respond actively to emergency or trauma procedures in the OR.
• Volunteer when applicable to stay late and call shifts.
• Serve as a preceptor for new team members.
• Other Duties as Assigned
• Other duties as assigned are completed.

• Experience: 2 years of experience as a Surgical Tech.
• Education: Graduate of a Surgical Tech training program.
• Training: None.
• Special
  
  Skills:
  
  None.
• Licensure: BLS Certification.