Surgical Tech

Position Summary:
The Surgical Technician functions as an integral part of the perioperative team as the first, second or assisting surgical technician or second circulator under the direct supervision of the registered nurse (RN).

Qualifications:
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology or Certificate in Surgical Technology

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Basic Life Support (BLS)

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
None specified.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Independently scrubs basic surgical procedures. Demonstrates ability to problem solve in relation to the procedure being performed. Applied basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology for optimal surgical patient care. Applies basic knowledge of electricity, chemistry, computers, robotics, and lasers for optimal surgical patient care. Demonstrates knowledge and practice of patient care concepts and perioperative teamwork. Applies principles of sterile technique during surgical procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Applies the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner to maintain a sterile environment. Demonstrates competency in select technical and psychomotor skills, judgment and appropriate knowledge base. Provides age specific care to obstetrical patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the department.
• Assists in organization and coordination of supplies and equipment to maintain an efficient and cost effective department.
• Collects data on assigned patients as directed by the RN and the unit based performance standards.
• Participates in Quality Assessment / Performance Improvement and Infection Control Committee's as needed.
• Assists with supply ordering and inventory control.
• Collaborates with surgeons and OR team to ensure needed trays, instrumentation, and supplies are ready for each procedure.

• Efficient with asepsis to maintain a sterile environment.
• Assists with stocking, and communicates with Lead Surgical Technologist regarding supplies and instruments needed.
• Collaborates with surgeons and OR team to ensure needed trays are available. Utilizes preference cards to assure specialized supplies are available.
• Assist with cleaning and sterilization of instruments needed.
• Proper disposal of trash/sharps.
• Prep patient and participate in Time Out.
• Assist with room turnover.