Surgical Technician
Responsibilities:
Surgical Technician duties will consist of, but are not limited to:
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Secure and prepare all supplies required for surgical intervention.
- Ensure the preparation and maintenance of the sterile field in OR.
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Perform surgical counts according to center policies and procedures.
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Prepare patient skin for surgical treatment.
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Help monitor patients during surgery.
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Provide supportive care during the pre-operative phase.
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Perform surgical functions to assist surgeon during surgical procedure.
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Collect and label specimens taken during surgical procedure.
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Follow all federal, state, and departmental safety procedures.
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Maintain a proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
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Provide technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses, or anesthesiologists.
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Prepare patients for surgery, including positioning patients on the operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
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Hand instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, and cut sutures, and perform other tasks as directed by surgeon during operation.
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Prepare, care for, and dispose of tissue specimens.
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Wash and sterilize equipment, using proper products and sterilizing techniques per manufacturers guidelines.
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Monitor and continually assess operating room conditions, including patient and surgical team needs.
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Operate, assemble, adjust, or monitor sterilizers, lights, suction machines, or diagnostic equipment to ensure proper operation.
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Disinfect all the equipment and tools used after the surgery.
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Assist with Cleaning and turnover of the operating room after the procedure.
Key Competencies
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Observant: Effectively observe the procedure and notice relevant details.
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Proactive: Anticipate needs of the surgical staff and patient.
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Reactive: Provide accurate and timely assistance to match the urgency and necessity of the situation.
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Problem Sensitivity: Able to tell when something needs to be corrected.
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Steadiness: Able to keep your hand and arm steady when needed.
Qualifications:
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2+ years’ experience preferred.
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BLS certification.
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Familiarity with all surgical instruments and equipment.
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Able to lift 50 lbs.
- Working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique.
