Certified Surgical Tech;FT

JOB TITLE

Surgical Tech/Certified Surgical Tech/LPN Scrub Tech

JOB HOURS

FT & On Call Shifts

JOB SUMMARY

Surgical Technologists are allied health professionals with specialized education who function as members of the surgical team in the role of scrub person. LPN Scrub Techs are LPN that receive on-the-job training. In collaboration with the surgical team members providing surgical care to patients, they ensure that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. They will work within their scope of practice. The Surgical Technologist reports directly to the RN circulator, charge nurse and/or team leader.

QUALIFICATIONS

1.

Education:

a.) Graduate of Surgical Technologist program accredited through ARC/STSA or LPN with on-the-job training. 2.

Licensure/Certification:

a.) Must have a valid, current MO Scrub Technologist Diploma; Certified Scrub Tech or MO LPN License. b.) BLS certification required within 6 months of employment. 3.

Work Experience:

a.) Successful completion of hospital orientation.

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DUTIES

1. Gathers checks and opens supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedure. Sets up the sterile back table and mayo stand with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medication/solutions needed for procedure. 2. Performs the surgical scrub, donning and doffing of gown and gloves and personal protective equipment, and assists gowning/gloving others. Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure. 3. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon by passing instruments and supplies during the procedure. Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization at the end of case. 4. Demonstrates teamwork through communication, cooperation, coordination, and conflict resolution with others and implementing multidisciplinary actions to provide a continuity of care. 5. Provides for accurate care and handling of specimens. 6. Follow all standards and policies providing safe patient care as in surgical counts, handwashing, sterile consciousness, time outs and debriefs, etc. 7. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED STAFF COMPETENCIES

1. Demonstrates support for organizational and departmental mission. 2. Supports and demonstrates knowledge of the Strategic Plan and the Hospital Key Initiatives. 3. Fosters and promotes teamwork within department and the organization as a whole. 4. Works to resolves conflicts constructively and in a timely manner. 5. Ability to communicate effectively and simply with every customer and co- worker. 6. Ability to display a positive, courteous and friendly attitude toward all contacts. 7. Ability to build good relationships with others based upon a sustained effort of mutual support toward common goals. 8. Ability to exercise good judgment, reasoning and concentration to detail and to take personal accountabilities for all actions in carrying out job duties. 9. Is customer focused and committed to Quality and Process Improvement with a strong desire to provide service excellence. 10. Possesses and displays a strong knowledge and understanding of the standards of practice for their position including, if and when applicable, commensurate computer skills; population specific and general competencies; organizational skills, time and project management. 11. Possesses a vigorous and enthusiastic desire to learn and to grow both personally, and professionally, and to improve one's skills in order to deliver the best possible care for our customers.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Direct patient contact, possible exposure to infections, communicable diseases and bloodborne pathogens. 2. Occasionally exposed to radiation and electromechanical hazards. 3. Works indoors in well-lighted and ventilated environment. 4. Handles emergency or crisis situations. 5. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours. 6. Subjected to frequent interruptions. 7. Comply with ADA guidelines. 8. On call response time as dictated per unit policy.