Surgical Technologist MD

Surgical Technologist

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.

Frederick, MD

Pay From : $33 per hour

MUST :

Experienced Surgical Technologist

2+ years of experience as a Surgical Technologist

2+ years of experience as a scrub tech, working in operating room

2+ years of experience operating room technician

1+ years of experience in general diagnostic and special procedures

Great communications skills and attention to details

Basic computer skills

Ability to promote favorable facility image with physicians, patients, insurance companies, and general public

Ability to make decisions and solve problems

Ability to sit / stand for long periods; ability to walk

Capability for occasional overhead and low reaching

Physical strength for equipment needs and patient-care activities

Visual and auditory acuity for timely response and patient-care assessment activities

Ability to move quickly in response to patient needs

Ability to make frequent judgments and respond to routine problems

Ability to make occasional judgments and respond to disasters or emergencies, actual events, or drills

Cooperative work attitude toward co-employees, management, patients, visitors, and physicians

Completion of surgical scrub technician course

Current CPR Certification

DUTIES :

Performs specified functions to meet the requirements of each approved procedure

Assembles supplies and equipment for scheduled procedures according to physicians preference cards

Inspects equipment for proper working condition

Follows principles of aseptic technique and prescribed operating / procedure room procedures

Adheres to aseptic technique when opening sterile packages and preparing for the procedure

Arranges instruments according to given procedure

Confirms that instruments work properly

Maintains availability of instruments and supplies to avoid delays

Reports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and takes action according to policy

Correctly uses, cares for, cleans, and sterilizes instruments, supplies, and equipment as directed

Handles equipment and instruments correctly to provide appropriate availability and safety

Assists in maintaining adequate supplies in the operating room for immediate access during procedure

Assists in storing and stocking supplies as directed

Maintains and updates instrument cards and surgeons preference cards

Responds in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patient and physician

Documents patient-care records and other forms according to facility policies and procedures

Accurately advises others responsible for care of the patient about the patients status

Perform other duties as assigned

Quadrant is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act .