Cert Surgery Tech​/LPN - Surgery

Qualifications - Required:
Completion of a formal Operating Room Technician course and 1 year of previous surgical experience; basic understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.

Lic/Reg/Cert - Surgery Technician Certification or Oregon LPN license.

Typical Physical/Mental Demands

Medium to heavy physical demands. Knowledge of and ability to operate all equipment used. Ability to stand within a limited area most of the shift. Ability to stoop frequently; push/pull up to 100 pounds frequently; lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Excellent eye/hand coordination; ability to work under stress and time constraints. Ability to work within a controlled traffic pattern. Capable of providing emergency patient care.

• Scrub surgical procedures; collaborate effectively with physicians, especially during emergencies.
• Perform Surgical Scrub duties under RN supervision, following AORN standards:
• Scrubbing, gowning, and gloving.
• Maintaining a sterile environment during setup and procedures.
• Setting up tables, instruments, and supplies per scheduled operations.
• Assisting with patient preparation and draping.
• Anticipating and assisting with the needs of the surgeon, including instrument, suture, sponge, and supply management.
• Monitoring patient physical status and assisting with emergencies.
• Performing sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating RN per policy.
• Assisting in the care and labeling of surgical specimens.
• Applying dressings and casts as needed.
• Cleaning the surgical suite after each case.
• Knowledge of and safe use of medications on the surgical field.
• Potentially assuming circulating nurse duties under RN supervision.
• Obtaining supplies and special equipment for patients, surgeons, or anesthesiologists.
• Maintaining correct patient positioning during procedures.
• Assisting with patient movement from the surgical table.
• Upholding confidentiality of hospital and patient information.
• Adhering to OSHA Safety Policies and Universal Precautions.
• Responding effectively in emergency surgical situations.
• Maintaining professional and effective working relationships.
• Adapting quickly to change; flexible in staffing and emergency standby roles.
• Demonstrating competence aligned with organizational mission, vision, values, and strategic plan through ongoing education and skill development.
• Completing annual orthopedic education topics for Hip and Knee program certification as directed.
• Meeting clinical competencies for hip and knee certification to care for relevant patients.

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