TH Livonia-OB Scrub Tech - Contingent Rotating Shifts

Surgical Technician

Shift: Rotating

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of duties in the Operating Room with possible rotation to other Surgical Services departments.
• Aids in surgical procedures by providing the surgeon with necessary surgical instruments, supplies and/or equipment with maximum efficiency and optimal maintenance of aseptic technique.
• Prepares operating room for surgery by checking the case cart and preference sheet, and aseptically opening instruments, supplies and/or equipment.
• Maintains sterile field and assists during the case by providing the surgical team with the necessary surgical instruments, sponges, sutures and medications.
• Demonstrates theory and skill of surgical asepsis by maintaining and assisting efficiently within the sterile field.
• Participates with the sponge, needle and instrument counts.
• Communicates to the circulating nurse all pertinent information for continuity of patient care.
• Assists in room clean-up and the removal of the soiled case cart, supplies and trash from OR room at the completion of the surgical case.
• Functions in all surgical specialties and performs assignments with minimal assistance.
• Transports laboratory, surgical instruments and/or supplies as needed/requested.
• May be utilized to perform in a capacity of a Surgical Service assistant.
• Notifies appropriate members of the health care team of observed condition or change in condition of the patient to provide continuity of patient care.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Surgical Technology or specialized training in the Armed Forces.
• A minimum of 2 years experience as a Surgical Technician.
• Surgical Technician Certification preferred.
• BLS Certification.