Surgical Technologist
1 week ago
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Job Description Summary:
SIGN-ON BONUS: $7500External applicants may be eligible for a $7500 sign-on bonus with a one-year work commitment. This includes previously employed applicants who have been gone from the organization longer than 90 days.
The Surgical Technologist and/or the Certified Surgical Technologist prepares the room and gathers supplies needed for surgical procedures; delivers instruments to the surgeon and other members of the surgical team intra operatively; may function as second assistant to the surgeon; assists in the proper decontamination of the room, supplies and instruments post operatively. This opening is for full-time, night shift (12 hour shifts).
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Prepares for surgical cases by obtaining and preparing appropriate supplies, equipment and instruments, reviews surgeon's preferences to determine required items. Establishes and maintains a sterile field and presents instruments to the operating team. Delivers appropriate instruments/supplies utilizing proper principles of sterile technique. Acts as 2nd assistant to surgeon, performing duties related to draping, operative site exposure. Responsible for removal of all sharps and initials return card for verification. Functions as 2nd circular with RN supervision. Can hold extremities. Assist with casting and splinting. Mixes medications on the sterile field once verification by a registered nurse has occurred. Assist with positioning, can fix specimens in formalin, may do in annual competence y , assists circulator in proper care and handling of surgical specimens. Can wash and thaw grafts, can hold a stapler while surgeon fires it, can operate skin stapler for the purpose of wound approximation, and can assist with the dislocation of joints if yearly competency is accomplished. Can cut suture material as directed by and under the supervision of a surgeon, Can apply ESU to clamps or forceps for hemostatis under the direct supervision of the surgeon, can assist anesthesia if yearly competency is accomplished, Can assist with patient skin prep if yearly competency is accomplished, Can change out camera and robotic instruments during endoscopic procedures under the direct supervision of the surgeon, Can manipulate the uterus during robotic cases under the direct supervision of the surgeon.
Equipment and Supply Maintenance - Assists in post-procedure cleaning of the OR/equipment, returns equipment/supplies to proper areas; assists in room re-stocking. May run dart/biologics for sterilizers annual competency , reports any damaged equipment appropriately, mops floor between cases, and ensures that all equipment cords are not frayed and free from cuts as well as other duties as assigned.
Unit Operations - Participates in unit operations to contribute to efficiency of department, effective communication, quality care, personal growth as well as development, training, and orientation of new personnel. Maintains all annual unit specific competencies, ACE and PAR requirements. Will mentor new associates. CAN DO: Can mix medications on the sterile field, following verification with an RN Can deliver medications to the sterile field if an RN is in scrub role Can run dart / biologics for sterilizers if annual competency has been met Can sterilize instrumentation if annual competency has been met Will act as a preceptor and mentor new associates Can assist with positioning Can hold extremities Can check next case cart Can perform room turnover and set-up for subsequent cases Can assist with casting and splint application/removal Can participate in verification of specimen and specimen labeling with Surgery team Can fix specimens in formalin as long as annual competency has been met Can wash or thaw grafts Can assist RN circulator under direct supervision Can hold a stapler while the surgeon fires it Can cut suture material as directed by and under the supervision of a surgeon Can to operate the skin stapler for the purpose of wound approximation Can assist in the dislocation of joints as long as annual competency has been met.
CANNOT DO: Cannot inject or administer medications, dye and blood product Cannot set up IVs Cannot desiccate tissue Cannot suture Cannot tie suture Cannot use or activate cautery Cannot operate ESU Cannot perform anything invasive Cannot prep patient Cannot access Pyxis for controlled substances Cannot complete documentation for the legal medical record Cannot manipulate or alter grafts Cannot assist anesthesia with airway management and placement of invasive lines Cannot mark surgical site.
AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
Knowledge and application of growth and development principles.
Utilization of effective communication strategies.
Implementation of specific technical factors
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
OSHA BLOOD BORNE PATHOGEN EMPLOYEE EXPOSURE:
Employees whose job functions involve routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. (Direct patient care jobs)
Minimum Qualifications:
High School or GED (Required)BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationGraduate of an accredited surgical technologist school or equivalent military training, or 10+ years’ experience as a Surgical Tech. Understanding of procedure performed. Anticipate surgeon’s needs. Have necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care Monitor sterile field Provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, and other technical functions. BLS strong clinical knowledge of OR environment.
Work Shift:
NightScheduled Weekly Hours :
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OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment
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