Surgical Tech

Essential Functions:

To perform this job, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Interacts professionally with patients/families; treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and  addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families
• Effectively and appropriately communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers, demonstrating customer service excellence through application of positive language principles, appropriate response and use of constructive problem-solving techniques which foster positive outcomes
• Maintains accurate and continued nursing documentation including patient histories, conditions, treatments, responses, and assessment of changes. Documentation meets current standards and policies
• Follows the six (6) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors
• Maintains current knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors, maintaining patient safety throughout the procedure
• Adapts procedures to meet individual needs of neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients for treatment
• Applies principles of sterile techniques and infection control procedures
• Prepares surgical operating suite by ensuring that it is clean, sterile, and properly equipped. arrange surgical instruments, drapes, solutions, supplies, and equipment, ensuring everything is in working order and readily accessible for the surgical team
• Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients
• Work closely with the surgical team, passing instruments to the surgeon, maintain a sterile field, and assist with any necessary tasks to ensure a smooth and efficient operation. Continually accounts for number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery
• Makes decisions reflecting knowledge of assigned case and instruments and/or trays to be pulled for the procedure
• Provides patient with explanations and verbal reassurance, as necessary
• Receives and processes specimens for delivery to the laboratory
• Consults with other staff members when in question or unfamiliar with equipment or procedure
• Post-operative care: help with transferring the patient to the recovery area, cleaning and restocking the operating room, and documenting the procedure accurately for medical records
• Responsible for post-operative sterilizing surgical instruments and ensuring they are properly maintained. This includes cleaning, disinfecting, and assembling instruments according to sterilization protocols to maintain a sterile surgical environment
• Performs other reasonably related job duties as assigned or requested, within scope of practice

Education:

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED), or equivalent, is required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree, Preferred

Required Licenses:

• N/A

Required Certifications:

• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required within 90 days of hire or transfer

Experience:

• Minimum of one year of experience in a surgery setting, preferred

Required Skills:

• Requirements will include successful completion of orientation checklist and skills/credentials/competency requirements of specific area of work
• Able to maintain a high awareness of teamwork
• Focused on prioritizing the patient’s clinical experience, maintaining a high awareness of patient satisfaction
• Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to multi-task, while demonstrating proficient time management skills
• Able to respond to and cope with emergency situations professionally and calmly
• Focused, patient and calm, performing well under pressure in a stressful environment and able to take appropriate action
• Must be flexible, able to work as needed for appropriate departmental coverage
• Basic computer knowledge; become proficient in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
• Must possess knowledge of computer operations and proficiency in the use of word processing, email, electronic medical records, laboratory information systems and other similar software as required
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Excellent written, verbal and communication skills
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security. Additional languages preferred