Surgical Tech Main OR 7a-5p

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Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Summary :

The Senior Surgical Technologist functions under the direction of the registered professional nurse. Assists the health care team in providing safe, age appropriate and culturally aware patient care. He / she has advanced knowledge, skill and ability to perform duties within the context of at least two surgical specialties including moderate to high acuity cases (with an expectation on occasion to work above this level as cases require) as defined by the scope of anatomy, equipment and instrumentation of the case and anticipates the needs of the surgeon and other members of the healthcare team. Exhibits a high-level ability to acquire additional surgical skills for progressively more difficult cases. Demonstrates an efficient, organized surgical plan for assigned cases. Takes initiative to discuss surgical plan with other members of the healthcare team. Able to troubleshoot instruments and equipment. Anticipates any additional supplies or equipment required for procedures. Must have the clinical skill, knowledge, and disposition to mentor, precept or train in various modalities. Initiates performance improvement initiatives in conjunction with unit leadership. Duties include, but are not limited to, preparation of the operative suite and surgical field to ensure a safe patient care environment while being vigilant for the maintenance of the sterile field and other patient safety concerns. In addition, they will gather required instruments, supplies and serve as surgical assistant as needed. (not to be confused with a certified surgical first assistant). Other duties as assigned including but not limited to assisting with inventory, ordering and stocking ORs and additional perioperative areas as assigned. Also, ensure that the unit is compliant with Joint Commission standards at all times. Call or late coverage may be required related to the facility in which the ST is working.

DEFINITION :

Certified Surgical Technologist required to have a certificate or associate's degree from a community college or a technical school and have passed the a competency examination through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or National Center for Competency Testing

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions :

He / she has the knowledge, skill and ability of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon and other members of the healthcare team within moderate to high difficulty surgical cases as defined by the scope of anatomy, equipment, and instrumentation of the case

• Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure which includes review and utilization of appropriate preference card.
• Assists with room set-up to include opening of sterile supplies.
• Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medication / solutions needed for procedure in an accurate, aseptically prioritized, and timely manner, including reviewing and utilizing appropriate preference cards.
• Performs appropriate surgical counts with circulator.
• Actively participates in the procedure pause / time-out.
• Scrubs, gowns, and gloves; Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants.
• Assists in draping sterile field.
• Passes instruments to surgeon during the procedure. Maintains an organized back table and operative field. Able to anticipate and offer surgeon suggestions throughout the procedure for facilitating cases.
• Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure.
• Prepares sterile dressings.
• Actively participates in post procedure pause which includes accounting for proper handling of the specimens.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization, taking initiative to inform SPD of critical need instrument.
• Applies principles of asepsis to ensure the prevention of infection and safety of patients and employees.
• Prepares case carts according to procedure and preference cards. Reviews surgical schedule and assists clinical coordinator with preparation for future cases.
• Observes patients condition and immediately reports any changes or significant findings to the physician and Registered Nurse.
• Proactively plans for the next steps in the progression of procedure as needed, demonstrating an ability to adjust without faltering when an emergency arises.
• Performs with the knowledge, skill, and ability within the context of moderate to high acuity surgical cases.
• Prepares OR room and other areas (as needed) for receiving patients, which includes stocking, cleaning equipment or storage areas, turns OR room over, orders / requests supplies, preparing instruments for future procedures, notification of specialty staff regarding needed instrumentation or equipment.
• Maintains a financial stewardship related to supplies and equipment, only opening required supplies until requested by the surgeon.
• Applies knowledge of advanced surgical techniques.
• Exhibits a high level of collaboration with peers in decisions making related to surgical patient care.

Assists the health care team in providing safe, age appropriate and culturally aware patient care

Practice Development

Other duties as assigned

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education :

High school diploma Required or

GED Required or

Graduate of an accredited (for example : CAAHEP and ABHES) program in surgical technology Required or

a licensed practical nurse. Required

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s) :

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

Additional License(s) and Certification(s) :

Required Minimum Experience :

minimum 5 years experience Required

Required Minimum Skills :

ability to read, write and speak the English language.

Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.

Ability to collaborate with other health care providers in the provision of patient care.

Ability to delegate to other team members as required.

Ability to multi-task essential.

Ability to function in stressful and emergency situations essential.

Strong detail orientation required.

Knowledge of surgical procedures required.

Basic computer skills are required.

Skill and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in-writing.

Skill and ability to handle multiple priorities, self-direct, and apply independent judgment.

Ability to think critically and adapt quickly to changing situations.

Skill and ability in basic computer skills to include Word, Excel.

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