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Job Description :

Job Summary Responsible for delivering safe and effective patient care during the intra-operative period. Assists the surgical team under the supervision of the registered nurse. Ensures adherence to surgical department standards and protocols. Interacts effectively with patients and healthcare team members. Maintains a sterile and organized surgical environment. Essential Functions

• Assists RN with patient admission and provides input on patient condition.
• Notifies RN or physician of critical findings or changes following admission.
• Assists with documentation on the perioperative record.
• Retrieves supplies and equipment as directed by the RN.
• Scrubs on surgical procedures and assists the surgical team by passing instruments, holding retractors, and suctioning.
• Maintains strict aseptic technique and reports or corrects any breaks in technique.
• Manages and secures medications in the sterile field according to policy.
• Performs sponge, sharps, and instrument counts according to policy.
• Maintains patient safety, dignity, and advocates for safe delivery of care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in a designated technical area Experience Requirement 0-2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted. Certifications & Licensures Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or Tech in Surgery

• Certified (Surgery TS-C) through the National Center for Competency Testing, Basic Life Support (BLS) Working Conditions A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10%
• 50% of the time) B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional ( 50% of the time) D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10%
• 50% of the time) E.

Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional ( 50% of the time) H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never I.

Working in confined spaces:

1. Never J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) K.

Job-related travel:

1. Never L.

Loud noises:

3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) M.

Temperature extremes:

2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) O.

Radiation:

2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) P.

Burns:

2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) Q.

Cuts/Punctures:

3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) R.

Bloodborne/airborne pathogens:

3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) S.

Recombinant DNA or viral vectors:

1. Never T.

Combative/violent people:

2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A Physical Demands This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; intermittent risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; regular repetitive motion; and occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects over 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, bloodborne or airborne pathogens, temperature extremes, burns, and risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job.

Additional Job Descriptions N/A Department :

Sterile Processing Department Shift :

Flex (United States of America)

Time Type :

Full time

Address :

2201

Lexington Avenue City, State :

Ashland, Kentucky