Certified Surgical Technician (CST)- Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC)- Per Diem- (PRN)

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JOB SUMMARY:

Under the guidance and supervision of the Registered Nurse, participates as a member of the OR team in planning, preparing, and producing a safe and effective OR experience for patients undergoing surgery.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Qualifications:

• Certification as a Surgical Technologist required.
• BLS certification required or the ability to obtain within (1) year.
• Previous work experience in an Ambulatory Surgical facility or acute care setting:
  • Surgical Tech I: prior experience as a surgical tech strongly preferred.

• Surgical Tech II: at least (3) years of experience as a surgical tech required.

• Ability to effectively and efficiently make use of time and resources.
• Must be able to plan and organize work.
• Must have proficient computer skills.
• Must have professional and effective communication skills and be able to promote effective communication at all levels.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares and checks assigned cases for appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies and equipment necessary for each procedure
• Follows aseptic technique when opening sterile supplies, setting up cases, scrubbing, gowning and draping as observed. Reports any break in aseptic technique.
• Maintains an orderly back table and mayo stand during procedure following established routine set-up as observed.
• Assists circulating nurse in performing sponge, needle, and instrument counts; immediately reports discrepancies and/or corrections as documented and observed.
• Consistently demonstrates proper handling of instruments and equipment to avoid damage and loss as observed.
• Keeps surgeon preference cards up-to-date as documented and observed.
• Demonstrates an ability to perform scrub duties as outlined in procedure manual, as observed.
• Assists with application of dressings and transfers patient.
• Assists with general cleaning of room and sets up next case as observed.
• Demonstrates the ability to adapt to changes in the workload and work as part of the team to finish the schedule as observed.
• Assists other staff members with completion of routine duties of the department as observed.
• Assists with the orientation of new personnel as assigned.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient, Center and physician information; respects the patient’s privacy.
• Performs duties in a safe manner.
• Demonstrates an awareness of patient safety and proper body mechanics when moving patients or equipment.
• Checks assigned OR equipment before case to ensure proper functioning; immediately reports any inoperative or malfunctioning equipment
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of departmental safety policies and procedures; participates in identification and evaluation of potential department safety problems and precautions as observed and documented.
• Adheres to department specific OSHA and infection control guidelines regarding health maintenance and infection prevention 100% of the time as observed and documented.
• May function as backup in the instrument room – must be able to wash, sterilize and wrap instruments.
• Level II:

• May train newly hired staff as needed.
• May take one extra responsibilities such as special projects, research, etc.
• Demonstrates expertise in the execution of the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Functions in the role of float or covers charge role as needed to assist in managing the patient and staff schedule, working in collaboration with other charge and management team in decision making process and maintaining efficiency within the ASC day-to-day operations.

• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTIES:

No direct reports to this position

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to communicate effectively with staff, peers, physicians and the public. Ability to speak and understand English fluently.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Moderate physical effort working in an indoor environment.  Moderate sitting and keyboarding. Efforts consisting of standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, and stooping.  Frequently lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds with occasional lifting and moving of a maximum of 50 pounds. Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to an emergency.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Exposed to bloodborne pathogens, anesthetic gases, sterilizers, electrical and mechanical hazards, confused or combative patients bio-contaminated waste and unpleasant elements.  Subject to stressful situations; occasional long or irregular hours.