Surgical Tech

Responsibilities

• Performs necessary tasks for a scrub role using technical skills.
• Affirms patient/personal safety by maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Ensures proper instrumentation for each procedure.
• Follows all principles of sterile technique.
• Participates in all counts (instrument, sponge sharps, etc.) as necessary.
• Affords assistance with maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Executes other duties as assigned or requested.
• Maintains established center/departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Maintains department records, reports, and files as required.
• Maintains and cares for department equipment and supplies.
• Participates in educational programs and in-service meetings.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and center-related business.
• Develops and maintains an effective working relationship with patients, families, visitors, and other center employees.
• Documents concisely, precisely, and accurately on all records or documents as indicated by policy.
• Participates in Quality Assessment activities as directed for the continuous improvement of patient care and the Center's business.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology.
• Certified in surgical technology preferred (CST or CORT).
• Minimum 1 year experience.
• Care and handling of surgical instruments.
• CPR.
• Aseptic technique.
• Principles of Standard Precautions.
• Principles of decontamination and sterilization.