SURGICAL TECHNICIAN CERTIFIED

Responsibilities

• Performs scrubbing duties for all surgical preparation, according to standards, which includes, but is not limited to, all specialties, such as General, Gynecology, Urology, Neurology, Orthopedics, Cardiovascular, Plastic/ENT, etc.
• Sets up the operating room in accordance with instructions and physician special requests.
• Ensures the operating room is cleaned and setup for turnover to the next procedure.
• Restocks rooms with supplies and notifies leadership if items are running short or if there are any quality problems.
• Organizes equipment and ensures equipment is placed in an orderly, neat, and clean area for use by physicians and other staff.

Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: Ability to work independently and in a team environment; ability to work under required deadlines and schedules, while being flexible to special requests and projects; ability to professionally handle stressful situations; excellent verbal and oral communication skills; demonstrated professional, courteous, positive attitude and assertive but not aggressive.
• Education: All post high school education must have been obtained from a recognized College or University. Additional education or related experience may be substituted for requirements on a year for year basis should the substitution not conflict with State or Board certification/license requirements. High School graduation or GED equivalent is required. Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Program is required.
• Experience: One (1) year of Surgical Technician work experience is preferred.

Job Specifications (Minimum Requirements)

• Certification of Surgical Technologist (CST) Required
• CPR Certification Required

Working Conditions

• Exposed to standing long periods of time and unpleasant odors and sights.
• May have some loud noises and exposed to communicable diseases.
• Exposed to hazardous materials and heavy lifting and pushing which could be strenuous.
• Will work assigned shifts, rotate days, and evenings and take call as scheduled.
• Must have full use of upper and lower extremities with proficient manual dexterity.
• Hearing and visual acuity necessary.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time and mobilize to various service areas.

Standards of Behavior

• Mets the Standards of Behavior as outlined in Personnel Policy and Procedure #1, Employee Relations Code.

National Patient Safety Goals

• Demonstrates knowledge of operational policies and procedures related to patient and facility safety.
• Performs work safely and in accordance with National Patient Safety Goals, without causing harm or risk to self, others or property.
• Recognizes safety hazards and takes corrective action when necessary.

Confidentiality/HIPAA/Corporate Compliance

• Demonstrates knowledge of procedures for protecting and maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family, organizational and other medical information.
• Understands and supports the commitment of Methodist Hospitals in adhering to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing ethical business practices for healthcare providers.