Surgical Technologist Per Diem

Job Summary

Assists the registered nurse in nursing care and preparation of surgical patient by performance of routine and delegated duties, according to standards and policies of the Bristol Hospital Operating Room.

Performs scrub duties and related procedures. Provides assistance in emergency procedures, as well as elective and scheduled cases, and assists in preparation, transportation and supervision of patients.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to assigned patients based on current standards of care which meet the nursing needs of the surgical patient.
• Performs within the scope and boundaries of the role.
• Ensures rights of privacy and confidentiality.
• Collaborates by sharing observations, assessments and patient needs with the RN and surgeon in a timely manner.
• Acquires appropriate equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrates ability to set and maintain a sterile field / environment.
• Demonstrates ability to function as a scrub nurse and to assist a circulating RN.
• Demonstrates ability to act as a 3rd person in a case to assist with retraction or equipment.

Ensures for safety in the care of the surgical patient.

• Together with the circulating RN identifies / verifies the patient, the procedure and the surgical site.
• Performs instrument, sponge, needle / sharp counts according to policy.
• Assembles equipment and checks for appropriate function before use on patient.
• Inspects surgical packs, instrument tray wraps for integrity of wrap before opening to ensure sterile field.
• Opens sets and checks for biological indicators.
• Participates in Q.A. monitoring activities related to surgical patients.

Provides for the care of equipment to support the surgical caseload daily.

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills in the selection and assembly of equipment for specific cases.
• Performs decontamination of equipment following procedure.
• Tags instruments which need to be replaced before sending to CSS.
• Identifies contaminated, damaged and missing items from instrumentation sets.
• Performs flash sterilization using Flashpaks.
• Checks sterilizer printout on items sterilized to ensure the temperature and length of time meet sterilization standards.
• Completes sterilization log for every item autoclaved.
• Assembles sets for autoclave as needed.
• Demonstrates correct use of washer / decontamination unit CSS / OR.

Provides for the retrieval of information through documentation on various tools :

• Signs all surgical counts on O.R. Record.
• Notes any patient charge item (equipment / supplies) on form for charge entry.
• Documents items autoclaved in Autoclave logs. (Item, Temp, Time, Date, Patient I.D.)
• Completes self evaluation on Performance Appraisal.
• Maintains ongoing education log within department.
• Makes changes to preference cards and communicates them to Booking Coordinator.

Maintains responsibility for own continued learning and development.

• Identifies strengths and weaknesses within specialties.
• Develops a plan with OR Operations Manager and OR Educator to meet learning needs and attain / maintain competency.
• Attends available workshops and seminars to enhance clinical competency.
• Attends unit specific inservices.
• Completes all mandatory hospital inservices. (CPR, Infection Control, Safety).
• Attends staff meetings and actively participates in problem solving.
• Participates in hospital committees to improve processes.
• Provides inservice to peers and other members of healthcare team.
• Establishes goals for upcoming year as part of Performance Appraisal.
• Attains / Maintains certification as a surgical tech.

Acts as a specialty resources person to nursing colleagues, student nurses and new employees.

• Organizes supplies and equipment by establishing par levels.
• Monitors inventory weekly / monthly.
• Coordinates special needs with Materials Manager and Booking Coordinator.
• Facilitates trial of new products / items after vendor inservice.
• Provides support to staff in use of new / specialty items.
• Collects evaluation forms from staff and surgeons on new products.
• Assists in precepting new and novice employees.
• Completes validation tools with preceptor and provides progress check.

Qualifications

Educational / Minimum Requirements :

Must have successfully completed an accredited O.R. Tech program. Certified Surgical Technologist is preferred.

Must have a minimum of 1 year of experience in the field.

Must have CPR / BLS certification.

State / Federal Mandated Licensure or Certification Requirements :

None. Certified Surgical Technologist is preferred.

Bristol Hospital Mandated Educational Requirements :

General orientation at time of hire. Fire / Safety / Infection Control annually. Other programs as mandated by Hospital.

Special Requirements :

Strong knowledge of medical terminology and instruments.

Physical Requirements :

Extended standing and walking; occasional heavy lifting, manual dexterity required.

Work Environment :

Exposed to patient and O.R. elements. Occasional stress from requirements of O.R. environment.

Cognitive Requirements :

Attention to detail for sterilization purposes. Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Our Benefits

Our employees play an important role in helping Bristol Hospital and Health Care Group deliver quality care every day in the community, and as such, we are committed to offering them a comprehensive, cost-effective benefits package that meets their needs.

We recognize the importance of total well-being. Not only do we want our patients to live their best lives, but we also want our employees and their families to have the resources they need to thrive.

When you work here, you can feel confident in knowing that you’re making a difference in a place that supports you personally and professionally.

Some of the benefit plans are provided at no cost to you, for others you pay some (or all) of the cost at attractive group rates through payroll deduction.

Bristol is pleased to offer employees access to these important elements through our benefits package :

Health & Wellness

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness

Annual Biometric Screening & Health Assessment

Income Protection

• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Contribution
• Voluntary Benefit Programs

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Cancer

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Financial Plan

• 403b Retirement Plan with Discretionary Employer Core & Match
• 401k Retirement Plan

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