Per Diem Certified Surgical Technologist

Job Description

Demonstrates the Core Values of Integrity, Trust, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence in all interactions and communications.

Demonstrates excellent organizational skills in preparing for surgical procedures.

Prepares instruments, supplies and equipment to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for the patient.

Incorporates personal integrity and surgical conscience into all aspects of performance.

Collaborates with the registered nurse and perioperative team in order to implement the care plan for the patient’s procedure.

Collaborates in a positive manner with central sterilization staff.

Ensures environmental safety for patients and personnel by wearing appropriate surgical attire and personal protective equipment, anticipating the needs of the patient and the perioperative team and maintaining aseptic technique.

Actively participates in universal protocol and time out processes according to policy.

Initiates proper procedure for sponge, needle and instrument counts.

Ensures proper care and handling of specimens.

Ensures proper care, labelling and handling of equipment and instrumentation.

Holds retractors or instruments, sponges or suctions operative site, cuts suture material, connects drains to suction apparatus and applies dressing material as directed by the surgeon.

Cleans and prepares instruments for decontamination and sterilization.

Demonstrates proficient computer skills with Meditech and ORM to print preference cards/schedules as needed.

Serves as a preceptor/mentor to new operating room staff.

Attends staff meetings, inservices and continuing education opportunities to augment learning.

Maintains patient’s rights to privacy and confidentiality.

Education/Experience Required

Possesses organizational and planning skills.

Proficient computer skills – Meditech, ORM

Ability to concentrate and prioritize in distracting environment.

Ability to work at an efficient and quick pace.

Ability to work in surgical services environment.

Graduate of an accredited program for Surgical Technologists.

Registration/Certification

Certified Operating Room Technician.

BLS Certification

Physical/Environmental Requirements

This job requires frequent bending, carrying, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, stooping, walking and lifting over 10 lbs. There will be occasional need for climbing stairs, lifting in excess of 50 – 100 lbs and sitting.

Constant use of hearing, sight and speech.

Frequent use of smell and touch.

Frequent keyboard and telephone use.

Constant concentration and problem solving.

Pay Range

$27.65 – $49.45