Posting Job Description

• The Surgical Technician, under direct supervision, performs a variety of duties in the Operating Room with possible rotation to other Surgical Services departments. 

• Assists with surgical procedures, providing the surgeon with the necessary surgical instruments, supplies and/or equipment with maximum efficiency and optimum maintenance of aseptic technique. 

• Prepares operating room for surgery by checking the case cart and preference sheet, and aseptically opening instruments, supplies and/or equipment.

•  Sets up and maintains sterile field, and assists during the case by providing the surgical team with the necessary surgical instruments, sponges, sutures and medications.

•  Demonstrates theory and skill of surgical asepsis by maintaining and assisting efficiently within the sterile field.

•  Participates with the sponge, needle and instrument counts.

•  Performs duties under the direction of the registered nurse circulator. 

•  Communicates to the circulating nurse all pertinent information for continuity of patient care. 

•  At the completion of the surgical case, assists in room clean-up and the removal of the soiled case cart, supplies and trash from OR room.

•  Demonstrates ability to function in all surgical specialties and performs assignments with minimal assistance.

•  Transports laboratory, surgical instruments and/or supplies as needed/requested.

•  May be utilized to perform in a capacity of a Surgical Service assistant.

•  As the patient advocate, notifies appropriate member of the health care team of observed condition or change in condition of the patient to provide continuity of patient care.
   

REQUIRMENTS

• Associate degree in Surgical Technology or 

• Specialized training in the Armed Forces or

• A minimum of 2 years experience as a Surgical Technician

• Surgical Technician Certification Preferred.

• BLS Certification