General Summary:
Assists physician(s) by handling instruments and equipment in the OR room
Works under the supervision of the OPS Director of Nursing
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
Example of Essential Duties:
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Assesses the Operating Room in preparation of procedures.
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Plans for needed supplies and equipment according to procedure.
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Identifies and corrects breaks in sterile technique immediately.
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Uses sterile technique to apply dressings.
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Evaluates proper care of instruments and reports any necessary repairs.
Other Essential Duties May Include (but are not limited to):
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Collaborates with Circulating Nurse, and other OR staff, regarding procedure preparation in accordance with physician preference cards and policies and procedures.
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Assists in sponge, sharps, and instrument counts in accordance with policies and procedures.
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Participates in Quality Assurance/Improvement.
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Evaluates and updates physician preference cards.
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Positions patient on table and moves patient to stretcher after the case is complete.
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Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Required:
- Current certification in Surgical Technology required.
- Maintains knowledge of AORN standards and recommended practices and skill of surgical scrubbing techniques.
- Adheres to Universal Precaution Standards and the policies and procedures of the Toledo Clinic.
- Consistently arrives at work, in professional attire, on time and completes all tasks within established time frame.
- Seeks appropriate tasks when primary tasks are completed and assists co-workers as needed.
- Demonstrates adaptability to expanded roles.
Education:
- Surgical technologist certificate, LPN, or RN required.
