About this role
The Surgical Technologist 1 prepares and maintains medical equipment for surgical procedures. Follows hospital regulations and industry procedures to tend to patient during pre-operation procedures. Performs surgical case preparation i.e. surgical instrumentation and medical equipment. Relies on education and training to complete responsibilities. Works under general supervision.
Surgical Case Preparation
• Ensure proper equipment, instruments and supplies are provided for procedures and specialty areas. • Ensure a well-organized sterile setup/field is maintained at all times contributing to smooth operations. • Anticipate and respond timely with efficiency when performing assignments. • Follow proper sterile techniques and maintain a sterile field at all times. • Provide assistance to the circulating RN with procedure/patient preparation. • Working knowledge of autoclaves in order to be able to consistently follow proper sterilization method for selected instruments. • Follow the proper procedure for the counting of instruments, sponges and sharps. • Instrumentation is checked for accuracy prior to procedure for proper functionality and maintained throughout procedure. Quality & Patient Safety
• Appropriate procedure supplies and equipment for age specific needs is provided within specified guidelines. • Patients are transported safely and timely. • Assist in the positioning of patients as needed. • Ensure recommended AORN guidelines are followed at all times. Collaboration & Teamwork
• Follow case progress in order to anticipate surgeons needs. • Active participation in departmental improvement activities and staff meetings. • Provide assistance to the OR staff with room turnovers to help decrease turnover time. • Overhead pages are expected to be responded to as soon as possible or less than three (3) minutes. • Assist with after hours clerical OR desk duties by answering phones and taking messages. • Able to take call for assigned department within four (4) months of hire, if required by facility. Other Duties as Assigned
• Other duties as assigned are completed.
Experience: No experience Education: Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program (1 year of experience will substitute for this requirement) Special Skills: Communication, customer service, computer skills. Knowledge of medical terminology. Licensure: BLS certification