Surgical Technologist

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

The Operating Room Surgical Technologist must know and apply sterile techniques, perform the duties of the scrub tech before, during and after surgery and understand equipment usage.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sets up sterile field within the center's established policies.
• Opens, passes, and receives items in the sterile field correctly.
• Scrubs, gowns, and gloves for cases according to AORN standards and the policies of OrthoArkansas’ Surgery Centers.
• Exhibits and demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the principle of sterile technique.
• Assist the RN Circulator in the OR to facilitate turnover of the room in between cases.
• Wear proper attire for being exposed to patient’s body fluids.
• Recognizes breaks in sterile technique and calls attention to it.
• Operates sterilization equipment safely and accurately. Complies with all Federal and State regulations.
• Utilizes MSDS manual information and Hazardous Communication Plan.
• Demonstrates correct care, set up, use and cleaning, handling of instrument trays.
• Plans, implements, and practices effective cost reduction techniques to reduce waste.
• Restocks ORs and identifies supplies that need to be reordered.
• Assist in gathering data for PI Studies, as assigned.
• Practices the correct disposal of sharps according to the guidelines of State and OSHA.
• Applies knowledge of age base competencies in interacting with patients.
• Enter statistical data into computer for maintenance required Surgical Log.
• Receive packages and answer back door for delivery services.
• Interacts with surgeons on pricing of new instruments and patient care.
• Provides coverage in Sterile Processing, as assigned.
• Communicates and collaborates effectively with all physicians and staff members to ensure patient safety.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school or GED.
• Successfully completed an accredited surgical technician program.
• 12 to 18 months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• CPR

PREFERRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Surgical Technologist Certification

SOFTWARE SKILLS REQUIRED

• Basic: Alphanumeric Data Entry, Database, Payroll Systems