Surgical Tech IV

About the role

Assists the surgical team to provide patient care for assigned patients under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of physical and technical requirements of surgical intervention, including highly complex surgical cases and specialty resources. Acts as a resource person regarding instrumentation requirements, availability, and setup. Able and willing to troubleshoot equipment and procedures. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of anatomy and physiology and ability to scrub more than three specialties proficiently. Willingness to assist the circulator and take initiative to ensure availability of necessary equipment. Expert in chosen specialty area, performing all specialty procedures independently and identified as a resource person for more than one specialty. Acts as preceptor to actively train new staff and participate in the orientation process, offering performance feedback to management. Responsible for maintaining effective communication skills and contributing to the vision, mission, and goals of the department.

Sign-on bonus: Up to $10,000 based on eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team to provide patient care before, during, and after surgery under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of physical and technical requirements of surgical intervention.
• Prepare for surgical procedures by anticipating supplies and equipment needed using the surgeon’s preference card.
• Review operation of needed equipment and relevant anatomy and physiology.
• Place equipment and supplies in the operating room and arrange instruments according to preference cards.
• Use proper technique for scrubbing, gowning, gloving, and draping.
• Assist with proper positioning of the patient.
• Hand instruments and supplies to the surgeon, hold retractors, cut sutures, and perform other technical tasks as directed during the operation.
• Avoid unnecessary conversation during procedures.
• Demonstrate intra-operative knowledge and ability.
• Maintain accurate count of needles, sharps, and instruments according to policy.
• Demonstrate understanding of principles of asepsis and use sterile technique throughout procedures.
• Organize and prepare for end-of-case procedures, assist in clean-up, and turnover of rooms.
• Dispose of all sharps and biohazardous waste items appropriately.
• Handle specimens properly.
• Review operation of equipment and supplies to remain current in ability to use and operate them.
• Demonstrate ability to provide appropriate care to patients of all ages.
• Participate in “time-out” and follow Universal Protocol Policy.
• Demonstrate knowledge of principles and proper use of various sterilization types and document cycles appropriately.
• Report equipment malfunctions to the manager.
• Use time management and flexibility in organizing and prioritizing workload to provide optimal service.
• Identify problems or concerns on the nursing unit and assist in developing resolutions in a positive, constructive manner.
• Independently complete work in accordance with specific environment standards and established policies and procedures.
• Orient new techs, float techs, and agency techs to the OR.
• Justify expenses of supply needs to budget on a monthly basis.
• Handle and label medications on the sterile field under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.
• Follow established policies and procedures relating to the ordering, receiving, storage, and replenishing of medication and IV solutions.

Proficient Level (in addition to above duties)

• Participate in performance improvement teams and quality improvement measures within the department.
• Provide input to the department Manager/Director in coordinating ongoing treatment plans and progress.

Subject Matter Expert Level (in addition to above duties)

• Monitor the efficiency of the unit’s operations and recommend improvements.
• Demonstrate complex multi-system assessment skills.
• Advocate for patients by influencing and facilitating interactions to ensure quality care.
• Support the Strategic Planning Process and provide information objectives.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Principles of asepsis.
• Ability to scrub more than three specialties proficiently.
• Effective interpersonal skills, team building, problem-solving, critical thinking, coaching, and mentoring.
• BLS certification.
• Must be able to work variable shifts, holidays, and/or weekends.
• Must be able to take call rotation when required.
• Must be able to perform all duties, including lifting and transferring, using proper body mechanics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of hospital environment.
• Previous hospital and/or healthcare-related experience.
• Successful completion of a Surgical Technologists course from an accredited facility.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Career development and continuing education opportunities.
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount program.
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.