About the Job
General Summary of Position
Responsible for the scrub duties in simple to complex surgical interventions, including assessment of instruments, equipment, and supply needs of each case assigned. Responsible to ensure that the plan of care developed with the team is implemented according to defined performance standards to ensure positive patient outcomes. The ST provides a safe patient environment.
Requirements as a permanent on-call position:
• Requires 3 weeks onsite onboarding • Requires 2 onsite 8 hr. shifts per 6-week schedule • Requires response time of 60 minutes from being called-in • Available for 60 hours of on call job responsibilities per week • Requirement for 2 winter and 1 summer holiday on a rotating basis, alternating years with 1 winter and 2 summer holidays
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for performing scrub duties in simple to complex surgical interventions.
Responsible for assessing and/or assembling the instrument, equipment, and supply needs of each case assigned, and is responsible to ensure that the plan of care developed with the team is implemented according to defined performance standards to ensure positive patient outcomes.
Responsible for providing a safe patient environment and accepts responsibility to assist in on-the-job training of new team members upon request.
Assembles the necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment, checking items to assure they are in working condition.
Applies and monitors the principles of aseptic technique throughout the peri-operative phase.
Performs intra-operative sponge and needle counts according to policy and procedure.
Ensures safety of the patient during the use of electrical equipment.
Correctly collects and accurately labels specimens.
Applies principles of proper body alignment during the transfer and positioning of patients.
Ensures and respects the patients right to privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.
Assures the Environment of Care is maintained according to regulatory guidelines.
Labels and reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate persons.
Participates in the evaluation of new supplies, equipment, and/or instrumentation.
Functions in a permanent on-call position.
Minimal Qualifications
Education:
• High School Diploma or GED required • Completion of a Formal Surgical Tech Training Program required • Associates degree in Surgical Technology preferred
Experience:
• 1-2 years of 2 years multispecialty operating room experience required
Licenses and Certifications:
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist or National Center for Competency Testing preferred • CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required • Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to comprehend and follow the policies and procedures for MedStar Southern Maryland Center. • Maintains compliance with all departmental education and competency requirements. • Ability to read, write, and speak or communicate in English to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the position. • Ability to demonstrate ethical behavior that supports the hospitals mission, values, and commitment to compliance with all federal, state, and regulatory laws. • Inspires trust and exhibits honesty and integrity within the scope of daily activities. • Exhibits professionalism, courtesy, and excellent customer service while interacting with patients, guests, and co-workers. • Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds. • Ability to maintain patient confidentiality. • Ability to assist in the care and preparation of the surgical patient by performing routine and delegated duties according to standards and policy. • Ability to demonstrate and to organize and manage time and equipment effectively, setting appropriate priorities. • Ability to work accurately and efficiently under time constraints and often in stressful situations. • Ability to demonstrate skill and accuracy in communication, both oral and written. • Ability to demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and physiology, progression of surgical procedures, sterilization process, aseptic technique, and safety standards in a surgical environment. • Ability to perform simple mathematical functions correctly. • Ability to willingly adapt to hours of availability to variable changing needs. • Ability to effectively function as a member of a collaborative team.
Hiring Range: $29.73 - $53.49 /Hr.