Surgical Technician

National University Polyclinics; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated surgical technician to support surgical teams in providing exceptional patient care. In this vital role, you will prepare patients and the operating room, maintain a sterile environment, and assist in various surgical procedures. Your contributions will ensure the highest standards of safety and efficiency in patient care. Join a dynamic team where your skills and dedication will make a significant impact on patient outcomes and the overall success of surgical operations. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to grow in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Support surgeons and anesthetists in operating room procedures.
• Maintain sterile environment and assist in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and set up the operating room and equipment.
• Assist in documentation and maintain sterile field during procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Infection Control Practices

Documentation Skills

Surgical Instrument Handling

Communication Skills

Education

Registered Nurse Certification

Surgical Technician Training

Job description

The job-holder supports surgeons/proceduralists, anesthetists, registered nurses and other members of the operating/endoscopy room team. They work under the supervision of registered nurses to provide safe patient and cost-effective care activities, according to established hospital policies, procedures and standards of nursing care and practices.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties (80%)

• Prepare patients and set up the room and equipment, supplies according to the procedure requirement
• Maintain a safe environment through proper use of equipment and adherence to infection control practices
• Check consent for correct patient, correct type of procedure and site
• Fetch pre-operative patient to operating/ procedure room
• Assist in safe transfer and positioning of patient
• Assist in documentation of patient care record
• Establish and maintain sterile field set up
• Participate in surgical timeout procedure
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeons/ proceduralists by passing instrument and supplies to surgeon/ proceduralists
• Assist in collection, labeling and handling of specimens
• Maintain and protect the integrity of sterile instruments and scope for patient use
• Assist to apply dressing and secure drain
• Perform cleaning of surgical instruments and disinfect trolley after surgery
• Assist in safe transfer of patient to recovery area and perform patient handover
• Clean and re-stock operating room

Secondary Responsibilities and Duties (20%)

• Attend in-service education program regularly to continually keep abreast of knowledge and skills
• Participate in continuing development activities to maintain competency in areas of practice
• Contribute to the review & development of clinical standards & guidelines
• Precept, mentor and orient students/newly joined technicians
• Assume additional responsibilities assigned by the RN or Nurse Managers/Clinicians