Surgical Tech - Specialty

Full-Time

601 Children's Lane

Clinical

Days/Nights

23.9200 Through 35.8900

• GENERAL SUMMARY

• Under departmental supervision or the direction of the circulating Registered Nurse, follows established policies, procedures and regulations and performs/assists various technical procedures or drug preparation, maintenance or exams. Functions in a perioperative surgical technologist role. Responsible for additional duties, including, but not limited to, performing in the role of SPD Technician and Anesthesia Technician. Reports to the Operating Room Manager.

• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works with a Registered Nurse specialist as a clinical expert, resource person and role model for staff and physicians by providing specialty/specialties with appropriate support.

• Prepares and maintains supplies, instrumentation and equipment.

• Keeps staff updated on changes within specialty/specialties through staff meetings, education in-services, and other educational opportunities.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Certification in surgical technology or operating room technology through the National Association of Operating Room Technicians required.

• MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Graduation from an accredited school of surgical technology, operating room technology or a school of practical nursing required.

• Minimum of two years of experience in a Surgical Technician role, required.

• Knowledge of working with vendors to support the specialty team required.

• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate effectively with the surgical team and maintain effective contact with physicians and hospital employees.

• Familiarity and manual dexterity required with all surgical instruments, supplies, equipment and procedures.

• Analytical skills necessary to develop solutions to problems concerning technical needs of surgery.

• Familiarity with anesthesia equipment and cleaning procedures.

• Knowledge of inventory management techniques.

• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when conducting procedures and operating special computer software.

• BLS-HCP Certification required and/or must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

• WORKING CONDITIONS

• Surgical areas work environment with frequent exposure to unpleasant odors from disinfectant solutions/chemicals. Possible exposure to infectious agents when handling instruments or hazardous materials. Potential for personal harm or injury is reduced when proper safety and health precautions are followed.

• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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