Lead Surgical Technologist

Position Summary

The Surgical Technician Lead will be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide assistance during surgical procedures performed in the department. The Surgery Technician Lead is experienced in all aspects of aseptic technique, setting up the required equipment and sterile supplies as needed for their assigned cases, pulling cases as needed, and breaking down cases at the end of the procedure. He/she is knowledgeable regarding instrumentation, equipment and supply needs for all types of surgical procedures. The Surgery Technician Lead performs delegated duties consistent with his/her scope of practice and functions within the philosophy and overall plan of care delivery.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Complies with hospital/departmental policies and procedures, i.e., attendance, mandatory education, safety, infection control, etc.
• Performs patient care within the scope of training of the OR technician and under the direction of the RN.
• Respects patient’s rights by maintaining patient privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrates ICARE standards at all times.
• Can recognize and respond appropriately in an emergency situation.
• Attends unit specific education sessions.
• Attends 80% of all mandatory meetings and in-services.
• Reading and reviewing emails and other department communication.
• Organize and prepares for each procedure and/or surgery including materials in the computer lab, instruments, specialty supplies, room stock and preference cards for each surgeon.
• Can organize work and utilize time efficiently.
• Maintains a clean OR suite for the surgical patients.
• Maintains a safe environment for the surgical patients by checking the conditions and cleanliness of equipment before procedure.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of the specific uses of all equipment and supplies used for all cases.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating manuals, and maintenance manuals.
• Performs intra-operative management of assigned procedures.
• Initiates and maintains a sterile field throughout surgical procedures by adhering to the principles of asepsis.
• Utilizes personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately at all times and monitors other staff for compliance.
• Antsists and assists in preparation and draping of patient and operative site.
• Anticipates needs of surgeon.
• Aids in needle, sponge, and instrument counts.
• Appropriately handles all specimens.
• Determines priority in supply and instrument needs and ensures availability.
• Aids in maintenance of instruments and equipment by proper utilization, cleaning, care, and sterilization.
• Removes and reports all damaged or unsafe equipment.
• Aids in post procedure workload including: cleaning room between procedures, putting away all unused supplies & setting up for the next procedure.
• Train new staff and cross train existing staff
• Provide education for the group and arrange in services as needed

Position Requirements

• Licensure/Certification/Registration: State of Colorado Surgical Registry required. Current BLS Certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Current CST Certification from NBSTSA preferred.
• Education: Graduation from an accredited program for Operating Room Technicians.
• Experience: Two or more years of experience as a Surgical Technician.

Benefits

HCA HealthONE Rose, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts