Job Posting
Surgery Tech- FT - Surgery
Certified Surgical Technician
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Assists the surgical team by acting as the primary scrub person who handles the instruments, supplies and equipment during surgical procedures. Maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
Checks supplies/instrumentation and equipment needed for surgical procedures and ensures they are working properly.
Opens sterile supplies and sets up the table for each surgical procedure.
Provides a sterile field for surgical procedures. Ensures that the members of the surgical team are properly attired and assists the surgeon with draping the patient to isolate the operative site.
Assists in the maintenance of the sterile field by applying principles of aseptic techniques and informing the surgeon/surgical team of infractions.
Passes instruments and supplies to the surgeon.
Counts sponges and sharps with the RN prior to the surgery and before the incision is closed.
Cleans and prepares the instruments for sterilization.
Assists in the maintenance of specialty surgical services.
Prepares the sterile dressing for the patient’s incision.
Orients medical/nursing students and technicians to the unit.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Successful completion of an accredited OR Technician program or equivalency; be certified by the Surgical Technologist Association; current Basic Life Support Certification, Level C, or obtain recertification within one month of employment; and have demonstrated human relations skills.
Additional Information
Position Type : Full Time
Shift : Day
Closing Date: 01/01/2022
Contact Information
Tiffany Tubbs
Email: tiffany.tubbs@marshallhospital.net |
