Demonstrates knowledge of human growth and development, assessment and the care of patients appropriate to the ages of patients served.
Functions as scrub person during operative procedures.
Assists in the intra-operative care of the patient by performing technical duties as assigned.
Assists in preparing the operating room and performs assigned support duties during surgical procedures.
Assists team members in selecting and preparing routine supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures.
Checks all instruments for workability prior to usage, displaying knowledge of instrument and content of set.
Maintains and performs a count of sponges, sharps, and instruments according to departmental policies and procedures. Handles specimens in accordance with acceptable with acceptable infection control guidelines.
Assists in returning equipment and instruments to proper locations following departmental procedures.
Assists the RN in prioritizing implementation of physician's orders according to the patient's needs.
Readies all positioning devices deemed necessary by procedure, surgeon preference and patient's pre-operative assessment.
Identifies and transports patients as needed and assists with shaving the operative site when indicated. Secures all necessary x-rays when appropriate.
Shares responsibility for patient safety at all times. Maintains an environment that is free of obstacles and hazards that could result in injuries to personnel and patients.
Assists with positioning of patient, protection for pressure points, and keeps body parts in proper alignment.
Assures that the procedure information is documented on the procedural cards for future reference according to policy and procedure.
Assists in cleaning rooms following procedures according to departmental policy. Assist in returning all supplies equipment and instruments to proper locations.
Helps expedite turnovers to assist surgeon with his schedule and enhance patient care and safety.
All other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Current Surgical Tech certification required
1 year experience preferred
Current BLS (or obtain prior to the completion of orientation)