ASC Surgical Technologist PRN

Shift Type: PRN; as needed

Founded in 1991, IBJI is the largest orthopedic group practice in Illinois. With more than 150 physicians in every orthopedic specialty, IBJI offers care for adults and children from some of the most accomplished and respected orthopedists in the country. Serving northern Illinois and northwest Indiana with over 100 locations, IBJI makes it easy to access care. Our headquarters is in Park Ridge, Illinois, a northwest suburb of Chicago.

Our clinical services include advanced MRI imaging, pain management, non-surgical and surgical treatment plans, rheumatology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, wellness, and sports and sports training. Ortho Access walk-in clinics provide same day care for orthopedic injuries. Comprehensive care offered all in one place enables physicians, therapists and staff to work closely together, so that patients and families achieve better outcomes.

Collaborative care is also more efficient. In many cases, IBJI services are substantially less expensive than those provided by large healthcare systems and emergency rooms.

The Surgical Technologist/Surgical Assistant provides assistance to surgeons during operations and surgical procedures. The surgical assistant will provide pre and post-operative patient care, perform a variety of crucial tasks during operations, and may perform some clerical work. The Surgical Technician is responsible for the provision of patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary for the care of patients and the maintenance of the operating room under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician.

• Responsible for the implementation of technical components of patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse according to policy, procedure, and protocol
• Demonstrates competency in all procedures within the scope of practice, as appropriate to the ages of the patient served, including the ability to obtain, interpret, and communicate information in terms of the patient’s needs, a knowledge of growth and development, and an understanding of the range of treatment needed for a variety of age groups
• Responsible for participating in the nursing process in all aspects of the delivery of patient care and completion of all activities according to established policy, procedure, and protocol
• Communicates accurate and timely information to the Registered Nurse regarding patient in their care
• Records pertinent information clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships with patients, significant others, and co-workers
• Utilizes appropriate lines of communications
• Utilizes appropriate intraoperative techniques to support safe and efficient patient care
• Sets up necessary items and equipment for procedures
• Demonstrates knowledge of a variety of surgical procedures
• Gathers required supplies, imaging, and instruments/equipment for each case
• Handles instruments appropriately and with care
• Maintains strict adherence to sterile technique
• Demonstrates the ability to circulate under the direction of a Registered Nurse
• Appraises cleanliness of rooms and ensures proper functioning of equipment
• Sets up equipment necessary for patient care
• Assists anesthesia during intraoperative procedures
• Carefully prepares the surgical site
• Assists with proper patient positioning
• Prepares and labels specimens accurately
• Accompanies the patient and anesthesia team to the PACU
• Demonstrates knowledge of a variety of surgical procedures
• Performs additional duties as needed
• Under direction of RN, organizes a plan of care that incorporates physician prescribed treatments, nursing assessments and diagnostic data in a matter that is…