Surgical Technologist II

5 days ago

Oak Park, Illinois, United States Rush University Full time
Job Summary

The Surgical Technologist II plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of surgical procedures at Rush Oak Park Hospital. As a member of the perioperative team, this individual will assist in patient care and surgical services under the supervision of a registered nurse. The primary responsibility of this person is to carry out the function of the scrub role during surgical procedures, exemplifying the Rush mission, vision, and values while adhering to Rush policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities
  • Apply aseptic technique principles to maintain a sterile environment.
  • Establish and protect the integrity of the sterile field and back table at all times.
  • Recognize breaks in technique and take corrective action, reporting events to the RN in the room.
  • Handle and secure instruments, cords, and draping materials using aseptic technique.
  • Apply disinfection and antisepsis techniques correctly.
  • Prepare instrumentation and equipment for decontamination according to established protocol.
  • Demonstrate advanced operating room technical skills.
  • Participate in routine cases with minimal direction, using preference cards as guidelines.
  • Prioritize scrub activities based on the type of surgical procedure and the needs of the surgical team members.
  • Active participation in the time-out process.
  • Correctly pull and prepare sutures and other specified supplies according to the Operating Room Information System preference cards.
  • Update cards as needed.
  • Obtain and safely assemble necessary equipment specific to the surgical procedure, surgeon preference, and individual patient needs.
  • Assist in opening sterile supplies.
  • Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology to individualize setup for surgical procedures.
  • Self-directed in coordinating scrub activities for complex surgical procedures.
  • Care for and handle surgical instruments and equipment according to Operating Room protocols.
  • Demonstrate manual dexterity in handling instruments and equipment.
  • Assume responsibility for the proper functioning of equipment and maintenance of equipment in the room as delegated by the RN.
  • Identify specialty instruments by type, function, and name.
  • Account for sponges, needles, instruments, and other miscellaneous counted items according to Operating Room policies and procedures.
  • Notify the surgical team of any sponge, needle, instrument, or miscellaneous count that is incorrect.
  • Use repeat-back communications and key words for safety concerns.
  • Maintain an orderly sterile field, Mayo stand, and back table throughout the surgical procedure.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of progressive steps in multiple surgical procedures.
  • Anticipate the needs of the surgical team.
  • Communicate variation in surgical procedure to the RN.
  • Anticipate emergent circumstances and communicate the information to the RN.
  • DON personal protective equipment according to policy and procedure.
  • Dispose of biohazard waste appropriately.
  • Actively participate in maintaining each patient's dignity and safety at all times.
  • Work collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team to ensure that each patient's privacy is protected and every patient record is considered strictly confidential.
  • Assist in transferring the patient to and from the OR table to the transport cart.
  • Function in an efficient manner at all times.
  • Open and utilize supplies and equipment judiciously.
  • Restock rooms according to the established par stock lists. Update par stock lists in conjunction with RN team members.
  • Demonstrate consideration and cooperation within the operating room.
  • Consistently exhibit professional interactions with managers, coworkers, physicians, and all other operating room personnel.
  • Demonstrate flexibility by accepting routine and non-routine assignments.
  • Offer ideas for clinical/system improvements to the charge nurse or unit director.
  • Participate actively in unit/area meetings.
  • Notify the schedule board coordinator or designee when assignments are completed and when leaving the operating room during work hours.
  • Demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making at all times.

Assists nursing personnel by carrying out additional duties as delegated.

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