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River View Surgery Center
Surgical Scrub Technician
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What they do
A Surgical Technician or Technologist assists with surgical operations. Prepares the operating room and equipment before a procedure, and helps surgeons and nurses during the procedure. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$66,515 / year median in Idaho
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Work in a fast-paced ophthalmic surgery center assisting in surgery and working in central processing. Prepare and organize the operating room, clean and sterilize equipment, and maintain a sterile environment. Will train an enthused, capable candidate. You will be competent in the knowledge, skills and abilities to fulfill the scrub technician activities in the operating room as defined by AORN standards Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables to prevent injury to patients and personnel Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments Passing the Surgeon instruments and sterile supplies throughout the operation Taking a count of all surgical instruments and supplies prior to the operation Recounting surgical instruments and supplies at the end of the operation Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment