Surgical Technician

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited surgical technology college or university required.
• Current UAP license in good standing with the State of North Dakota required.
• National certification as CST through NBSTSA required.
• Must have active BLS certification.

• Prepare equipment and supplies for use in the procedure. Determine room is in readiness and OR suite is stocked for case.
• Have a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application.
• Be responsible for providing a safe environment for the patient during the perioperative period.
• Scrub, gown and glove self and other team members for the procedure.
• Count sponges, needles and instruments with RN circulator according to established procedure.
• Handle instruments and supplies correctly and ensure their proper functioning.
• Anticipate surgeon's needs and request additional items from RN circulator in sufficient time for surgical team's use.
• Label all solutions/medications as they are added to the sterile field.
• Assist with sterile table and room preparation, clean‑up following the procedure, and containment of contaminated materials, sharps and needles.
• Update surgeon's preference card, as indicated and replace card in the appropriate file.
• Direct and assist with between case clean‑up and proceed with preparation for the next case.
• Be knowledgeable of the nursing process, nursing diagnosis and the standards of care for the surgical patient.
• Be knowledgeable of the physiological, pathophysiological and anatomical aspects of the surgical procedures assigned.
• Demonstrate leadership ability by effectively directing patient care activities.
• Have and apply a working knowledge of the legal implications of patient care in the surgical area.
• After successful education and training, may be asked to fill in circulator or scrub positions.
• Must be supervised by Registered Nurse while working in PACU position.
• Active in quality assurance and infection control and must be informed and follow OSHA guidelines.
• Maintain the proper surgery dress code.
• Attend surgery department meetings and in services provided to improve individual abilities and techniques. Be willing to comply with the goals and objectives set by the hospital.
• Attend in‑services, and other various meetings.
• May be required to travel to attend work‑related meetings and educational opportunities.
• May work in Central Supply Room Personnel, Scrub, Circulating, PACU positions, as needed and as trained.
• Perform all duties or tasks requested by the Surgery Director and/or CEO.

• Treats all residents and patients with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents' and patients' rights.
• Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
• Understands and demonstrates knowledge of infection control practices, Universal Precautions, OSHA Blood Borne Pathogen Standard, and follows compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
• Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to CEO.
• Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents and patients from abuse and cooperates with all investigations.
• Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
• Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility's emergency plan.
• Reports work‑related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
• Follows established infection control policies and procedures.
• As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.

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