O.R. Technician (CST)

Pay Rate: $60-$64 per hour
Shift: 6:30am-7pm

Responsibilities:

• Perform "scrub" assignment according to established guidelines:
  • Apply principles and practices of asepsis.
  • Perform surgical scrub, gowning, and gloving procedure.
  • Set up sterile instrument table and prepare supplies according to type of operation.
  • Assist in draping of patient and operative area according to need.
  • Assist and anticipate needs of surgeon for instruments, sutures, sponges, and supplies.
  • Observe patient and be ready for emergencies.
  • Maintain correct count of sponges, needles, and instruments with the circulating nurse.
  • Maintain and monitor aseptic technique at all times.
  • Assist in care, handling, and disposition of specimen according to policy.
  • Assist in application of dressings and securing drainage systems.
  • Assist in moving patient using approved transfer device.
  • Discard soiled materials in appropriate receptacle.
• Assist the Registered Professional Nurse in performing circulating functions:
  • Assemble and make available all necessary supplies.
  • Provide special equipment before, during, and after surgical procedure.
  • Observe and protect patient by correct positioning and maintenance of aseptic environment.
  • Position patient; adjust table and accessories as required.
  • Prepare operative area and assist in draping as directed.
  • Complete operative count and related records accurately.
  • Maintain and care for all specimens as directed to prevent loss or damage.
  • Assist in application of dressing and moving of patient to recovery room.
  • Assist in room clean-up and preparation for next procedure.
• Assist in preparing medications or solutions to be administered during surgery under supervision.
• Label all medications not already labeled.
• Show medication label to person administering the medication.
• Save all medication vials and/or ampoules until patient leaves the room.
• Announce in an audible voice the name, concentration, amount, and route of administration of the medication.
• Do not dispense narcotics or control drugs under any circumstances.
• Assist in meeting operational needs such as patient transportation and maintaining supply levels.

Requirements:

• High School diploma required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Certified Surgical Technician (CST).
• Ability to read, write, understand, and speak English clearly.
• Visual and aural acuity to assess patients.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
• Physical stamina and dexterity to perform a variety of tasks.

Preferred Skills:

• Certification in Operating Room Technology preferred.
• Experience in an operating room setting preferred.
• Courses in operating room technology, science, biology, and chemistry preferred.