Position Summary:
The Surgical Technician functions as an integral part of the perioperative team as the first, second or assisting Surgical Technician under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in delivering safe and effective care to the patient during the intraoperative period.
Qualifications:
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Associates degree and graduation from an approved Surgical Technologist program, or Certificate program in Surgical Technology
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Basic Life Support (BLS)
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Non specified.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Independently scrubs basic surgical procedures. Demonstrates ability to problem solve in relation to the procedure being performed. Applied basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology for optimal surgical patient care. Applies basic knowledge of electricity, chemistry, computers, robotics, and lasers for optimal surgical patient care. Demonstrates knowledge and practice of patient care concepts and perioperative teamwork. Applies principles of sterile technique during surgical procedures.
Essential Functions:
- Applies principles of asepsis to maintain sterility during surgical set up and procedure.
- Maintains and cleans equipment and identifies items needing repair per policy.
- Assist with obtaining supplies, equipment, and positioning devices as well as assisting with the positioning of the patient for procedures.
- Performs sterilization of surgical instrumentation and documents per policy.
- Scrubbing duties to include classes for Medical Students, Residents, and other students.
- Turns OR rooms over and sets up for next patient in an efficient manner.
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Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for medical or religious exemption will be permitted.
