Staffing Agency Surgical Technologist

Summary

Functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team providing a safe environment for all age groups of surgical patients; assists the perioperative nurse with patient care; prepares and maintains supplies in the operating room (OR) while maintaining a professional and efficient manner; assures that procedure preparations are based on individual patient and anticipates the needs of the surgeon.

• Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
• Functions in the scrub role by preparing, organizing, and anticipating needed instruments, supplies, and equipment for safe patient care and operative procedure.
• Will not first assist with any procedure; will not do any incision closures.
• May apply skin staples when skin edges have been approximated by credentialed physician/PA/APRN.
• May apply skin sealant and steristrips as part of the dressing after skin has been closed.
• Defines and practices aseptic technique and infection control principles as they apply to the OR.
• Safely and efficiently passes surgical instruments and supplies in the operating room (OR) and labor and delivery room (LDR); properly identifies, preserves and manages tissue and fluid specimens and cultures.
• Manages supplies, instruments and equipment appropriately according to Medical Center procedure.
• Assists the nurse in perioperative care of the patient including transporting and positioning; counts/preps surgical instruments and supplies.
• Delivers medications (drugs or biologicals) received in the surgical suite to the appropriate operating room via case cart or medication cart.
• Handles and prepares medication for use on the sterile field in the operating room under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and physician.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement measures to achieve positive patient outcomes; provides patient care in accordance with patient's rights; participates and practices safety through active prevention and precautions; assures personal/visitor safety through measures of prevention and universal precautions.
• Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.
• Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned.
• Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of aseptic technique.
• Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions.
• Knowledge of all types of OR procedures.
• Knowledge of equipment, instruments, and supplies used in the operating room.
• Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to react quickly and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Ability to effectively interact with patient’s family members, multi-disciplinary team members and students.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information.
• Ability to practice proper body mechanics to ensure personal and customer/patient safety.
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Graduation from a Surgical Technology program required. Surgical Technologist Certification desired. Prior experience working as a Surgical Technologist required.

Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required. Bryan Health recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals) and the Military Training Network.