Certified Surgical Technologist (FT New Hospital) - Myrtle Beach

Responsibilities

• Must be flexible, punctual, and be willing to learn in the surgical environment.
• Clock in per policy expectations.
• Work under the supervision and delegator authority of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures.
• Ensure the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.
• Avoidance of tardiness and absenteeism.
• Follows procedures regarding verification of medical implants.
• Responsible for having sterile instruments, sutures and equipment necessary for the surgical procedure, along with a working knowledge of each device.
• Verifies sterilization method – Steam/Sterrad; Inspects package integrity & verifies disposition of chemical indicators; checks instrument tray filters.
• Assist with positioning and prepping according to the standards of practice and policies and procedures of the department and the hospital.
• Performs initial instrument, sharps and sponge counts with the circulator and performs additional counts as necessary.
• Absorbs the patient and establishes the sterile field.
• Participates in the surgical site and patient verification during the time out procedure.
• Maintains the sterile field to ensure patient/employee safety by maintaining the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure.
• Anticipates needs of the surgeon during the operative period.
• Follows procedures as related to medication management on the surgical field.
• Handles and labels drugs and solutions under supervision.
• Demonstrates competence in the preparation and care of specimens; accurately handles and passes off specimen(s) as appropriate.
• Assist in lifting, turning, positioning and preparing patients for surgical procedures, using proper body mechanics.
• Absorbs the patient and establishes the sterile field.
• Assists with cleaning and preparation of the OR between procedures and after the last case; restocks supplies when necessary; performs periodic cleaning of storage areas and equipment as assigned.
• Uses standard precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment when working around or handling hazardous substances, including blood and body fluids.
• Call team responsibilities – readily available and reports to work promptly when “called in” on call within 30 minutes.
• Participates in one in-service presentation yearly.
• Performs all duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program.

Certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).

BLS certification.