Surgical Technologist II OR OOJ - 35620

Job Description 

A Surgical Technologist II in an Operating Room (OR) is a healthcare professional who supports surgeons and other members of the surgical team by preparing the operating room, sterilizing instruments, assisting during surgery, and ensuring a sterile environment to prevent infection. They play a vital role in maintaining the efficiency and safety of surgical procedures.

Surgical Technologist II OR

Participates in the delivery of individualized peri-operative registered nursing care under the supervision and guidance of a licensed physician or a registered professional nurse. Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to assure quality patient care.

• Basic knowledge of instrumentations.
• Establish/Maintain sterile field and assure team maintains sterile environment.
• Demonstrates correct and safe instrumentation passing.
• Participants in surgical counts (sponge, needle and instruments), per policy
• Adheres to Policy and Procedures, all regulatory standards and Patient Safety Goals.
• Participates in the nursing process for patients of all ages served.
• Participates in unit educational activities.

Qualifications

Education: High school graduate or equivalent required. Successfully completed an accredited surgical technologist training program and holds a current credential as a certified surgical technologist from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or its successor. Or, has successfully completed a training program for surgical technology during the person's service as a member of any branch of the armed forces of the United States.

Experience: None required.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Certification in Surgical Technology required. LPN licensure required for grandfathered employees. Obtain and/or maintain registration with the VA Dept of Health Professions.

Life Support: Must obtain/maintain AHA BLS-HCP.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Satisfactory completion of structured orientation program.

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OOJ - 35620