Certified Surgical Technologist

3 weeks ago

Knoxville, United States Tennessee Orthopaedic Clinics Full time

The trained Certified Surgical Technologist shall serve as a member of the surgical team under the direction of a registered nurse, assist in operative procedures and assist in preparation of materials and supplies for procedures. The technician shall function in his/her level of proficiency so deemed by the Clinical Manager.

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for performing conscientiously and accurately all duties assigned by the

Clinical Manager.

2. Is conscious of the patient as an individual and behaves with courtesy, kindness and discretion.

3. Conforms to all rules and regulations governing the operating room.

4. Upholds and conforms to all Center and personnel policies.

5. Participates in staff development programs to improve skills and patient care.

6. Assists in maintaining and processing supplies and instruments required in the operating room.

7. Assists in helping the surgeon accomplish a plan of care for the patient.

A. Perform delegated duties as a "scrubbed" member of the nursing team.

B. Assists in clean-up of room between cases and at the end of daily schedule.

8. Assists in weekly and daily cleaning and restocking on the operating room as assigned.

9. Is responsible for knowing and following procedures as established in the operating room

(by reading the Policy and Procedure Manual).

10. Responsible for observing and reporting breaks in sterile surgical procedure.

11. Responsible for emptying all linen and trash from operating rooms between cases.

12. Assists Clinical Nurse Manager and Purchasing with inventory specific to the operating room. Identifies needs and lists for Purchasing.

13. Assists in turning and positioning of anesthetized patients and moving patients to and from the operating room tables.

14. Wet mop floors and assists with general clean-up between cases to expedite the surgery schedule.

15. Assist with prepping of surgical site when needed. Assists with pulling of cases and cleaning of instruments as needed.

16. Assists with obtaining special instruments, sets and equipment as necessary from off-site locations. Assists with tracking equipment and instruments that have been loaned or barrowed.

17. Assist with the training of new employees through mentoring to ensure that all new OR technicians are adequately prepared to assist on the surgical procedures that are performed at the Center.

20. Demonstrates interpersonal skills that promote a team concept, resolves problems through the appropriate chain of command, is positive and professional, and can communicate effectively with surgeons, peers and other health care members.

21. Demonstrates personal and professional qualities that include: contributing to maintain high morale, accepting constructive criticism, taking on additional responsibilities, respects administrative direction, is accountable for tasks and actions, accepts duties professionally, and works productively without direct supervision.

22. Performs all other duties assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and graduate of vocational and/or technical program in surgical technology, BCLS certified.

Experience

Certified Surgical Technologist's training consisting of formal class work and./or practice on the job (1 year). Experience preferred.

Knowledge/Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of aseptic technique; knowledge of surgical instruments and basic anatomy; physical and mental endurance; ability to apply scientific and technical principles to patient care.

TOA is an equal opportunity employer. TOA conducts background checks on applicants who accept employment offers.

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