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Maintains responsibility for the preparation of the surgical suite, intraoperative handling of instruments, maintenance of the sterile field, and evaluation of changing conditions throughout the surgical procedure. This position is responsible for maintaining knowledge of surgical procedures and implements policies of the hospital related to surgery. Works alongside the circulating Registered Nurse and under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate safe and effective care that maximizes patient safety.

Essential Functions:
•Provides sterile instruments and supplies throughout the surgical procedure
•Performs appropriate surgical counts throughout the surgical procedure
•Creates and maintains a sterile and safe environment
•Prepares surgical cases with the necessary equipment, supplies, instruments, and medications/solutions for each procedure
•Expedites procedure by anticipating the needs of the physician through proper selection of appropriate equipment, instruments, and supplies
•Supports the operation of the unit by completing assigned tasks such as inventory, stocking, and cleaning of assigned areas

This position includes weeknight, weekend, and holiday call.

Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program or equivalent experience in Surgical Technology required.

Pay Range: $23.31-$36.36/hour

Employment Type: Full Time, 80 hours every 2 weeks

Schedule: Monday - Friday, four 10 hour shifts per week. This position includes occasional weeknight and weekend call. Eight week master schedule.

Requirements: Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program or equivalent experience in Surgical Technology, BLS for the Healthcare Provider by 60 days after hire required

STANDARDS OF CARE

Promotes patient safety by maintaining the standards of nursing care and implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and nursing department, including maintaining the patients bill of rights.Achieves unit specific initial and ongoing competencies.Demonstrates knowledge of aseptic technique and/or clean surgical/procedural technique.Demonstrates appropriate use of emergency equipment

PATIENT CARE

Accurately completes assigned procedures in a thorough and timely manner under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).Demonstrates proper use of and shares knowledge with other staff regarding equipment, techniques and procedures.Expedites procedure by anticipating the needs of the physician, selecting appropriate equipment/supplies.Demonstrates correct use of and shares knowledge with staff regarding equipment, techniques and procedures.Trouble-shoots and maintains equipment.

UNIT MAINTENANCE

Supports the operation of the unit by completing assigned tasks such as inventory, stocking and cleaning of assigned areas.Assists with regulatory and unit checks as delegated.

INSTRUMENT PROCESSING

Processes instruments effectively to include cleaning, inspection, and testing for proper functioning, assembly and sterilization according to standards.

SET UP OF SURGICAL CASE CARTS

Assembles case carts to include all surgery items and instruments in a timely manner for surgical cases.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Minimum Required Education:

Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program or equivalent experience in Surgical Technology.

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