Job Title: Surgical Technician
Profession: Tech
Specialty: Surgical
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day Shift
Hours per Shift: 12 hours
Experience: Two years of Surgical Tech experience required
License: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)
Must-Have: Experience with spine, vascular, general, GYN, and Davinci procedures
Description:
The Surgical Technician assists other members of the health care team in the delivery of patient care during the intra-operative period.
The primary focus for this position is on the preparation and handling of instrumentation and surgical equipment and assisting the surgeon during surgical procedures.
This individual administers care and uses equipment applications based on the age and needs of the patient population served, from neonate to geriatric.
The Surgical Technician must be knowledgeable about specific procedures or specialties, effectively prioritize, and problem solve due to the changing nature of the work situation during surgical procedures.
This individual must have the ability to recognize the need for immediate response during urgent or emergency situations.
The Surgical Technician must also have a basic knowledge of medical terminology, the metric system, and aseptic technique, applying this knowledge in all patient and family interactions.
Job Responsibilities:
Displays aseptic technique in performance of surgical duties to ensure positive patient outcomes.
Demonstrates responsibility for the care, preparation, handling, and maintenance of surgical instrumentation.
Consistently performs sponge, sharps, and instrument counts according to policy and procedure.
Demonstrates knowledge and adherence to professional standards of practice.