SIH-SURGICAL TECH-NON CERT

About the role

The role involves assisting surgeons, anesthetists, and nurses in the care of patients in the Operating Room under the direction of a Physician or Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge and practice of aseptic technique.
• Assists the circulating nurse in the preparation of surgical procedures and during room turnovers between procedures.
• Prepares sterile field for surgical procedures, ensuring proper instruments and supplies are available for use.
• During the surgical procedure:
• Anticipate needs for surgeon and pass instruments and supplies;
• Function as assistant, when needed;
• Obtain counts with circulating nurse;
• Care for specimens according to procedure;
• Maintain proper care of instruments and supplies when procedure is finished.
• Maintains equipment, supplies and environmental safety.
• Maintains knowledge of current trends in surgical procedures and instrumentation.
• Maintains standards by participating in in-services, committees, etc.
• Decontaminating and preparation for sterilization of instruments utilized during surgical cases.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

Requirements

• Current BLS certification.
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Scrub tech program or at least 2 years’ experience working as a scrub tech.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• Formal aseptic technique training.
• Computer skills including word processing, databases, and e-mail.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

Skills

• Knowledge of current trends in surgical procedures and instrumentation.
• Ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

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Schedule

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Company Information

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.