Certified Surg Tech FT Day Weekends Torresdale

Health Partners Plans; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Certified Surgical Technician (CST) at Jefferson Health assists the surgical team in the intraoperative environment, supports sterile technique, and helps ensure patient safety throughout the operative process. This position requires precepting responsibilities and collaboration with perioperative staff to maintain a high standard of care.

Responsibilities include preparing the operating room, maintaining sterile fields, gowning and gloving, assisting with draping, counting instruments, and

Qualifications

• Graduate of a surgical technician training program.
• Prior surgical technician experience preferred.
• Knowledge of effective communication concepts and teamwork.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with surgical equipment and aseptic techniques.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Maintains sterile field and prepares OR equipment, instruments and supplies for procedures.
• Participates in team time out and advocates for patient safety and high quality care.
• Provides gowning and gloving assistance for the Surgical team including the Surgeon.
• Assists with preparing the sterile field including draping of the patient and maintaining sterile field integrity.
• Gives thorough report to relief personnel on status of procedure and materials.
• Counts sharps, sponges and instruments with the circulating nurse and initiates corrective action if counts are incorrect.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Maintains supplies and equipment to ensure efficient unit operations.
• Helps maintain a safe, neat, and clean Operating Room environment.
• Acts as primary preceptor to other surgical team members as needed.

Skills

Sterile technique

Patient safety

Communication skills

Diversity awareness

Attention to detail

Education

Graduate of a surgical technician training program

Job description

Number of Positions In Requisition

1

Job Details

With a commitment to patient- and family-centered care, the Certified Surgical Technician functions as a member of the intraoperative healthcare team. Performs specific tasks to assist the surgical team in ways that values the uniqueness of each individual and addresses the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of the diversity of patients served by Jefferson Health, and is competent to provide care for all patient populations. The Certified Surgical Technician (CST) (TS-C) is responsible for the creation and maintenance of the sterile field. The Technician accurately and efficiently anticipates surgeon's needs intraoperatively by applying comprehensive knowledge of operative procedures, equipment, anatomy and surgeons' preferences. The Certified Surgical Technician (CST) (TS-C) works closely with all perioperative team members during the preoperative, intraoperative, and post-operative care of the surgical patient. The Certified Surgical Technician also supports decontamination and sterile supply area, and maintains courteous and professional interactions with the patients and staff. The Certified Surgical Technician will also be required to precept.

Job Description

Articulates the job's main responsibilities. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential functions or all duties performed. The essential functions listed below and percentage of time may vary between departments and locations, and are subject to change based on management discretion and organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned at the discretion of management to meet organizational needs.

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Recognizes the patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in providing safe, compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's personal preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values.
• Communicates with and supports the interprofessional team, patient, family and designated care partners.
• Inspects Operating Room (OR) for cleanliness and secures, sets up, and prepares OR equipment, instruments and supplies which are required for surgical procedures.
• Participates in team time out and is an active participant and advocate for patient safety and high quality care in the perioperative setting.
• Provides assistance with gowning and gloving of Surgical team including the Surgeon
• Assist with preparation of the sterile field including draping of the patient and maintaining sterile field integrity
• Gives a thorough report to relief personnel on status of procedure, instruments, materials, and any other pertinent information to insure a smooth transition of personnel during the surgical procedure.
• Counts all sharps, sponges and instruments with the circulating nurse prior to, during and after the surgical procedure. Follows the policy on how counts are performed, and initiates corrective action when count is incorrect
• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization
• Provides assistance in maintaining supplies and equipment available to ensure efficient unit operations.
• Helps maintain a safe, neat and clean environment to facilitate safe and effective patient care in the Operating Room.
• Acts as primary preceptor to other surgical team members as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred.

Education - Required

• Graduate of a surgical technician training program.

Experience - Preferred

• Prior surgical technician experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Required

• Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family and/or designated care partner in care.
• Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and the ability to convey respect and connect effectively.
• Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques, ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Uses the language of partnership with patients and families, engaging them in their health and health care.
• Understanding of the necessity and value of accuracy and attention to detail, ability to process information with high levels of accuracy.
• Knowledge of and ability to use industry standards, policies and procedures relevant to function and organization.
• Knowledge of the physical environment and full spectrum of activities in developing and maintaining physical facilities.
• Knowledge of the risks faced by patients in a healthcare environment, and the ability to take steps to reduce these risks.
• Knowledge of the common types of equipment or devices used in the healthcare industry, and the ability to use these in patient care.
• Knowledge of surgical assistance techniques and a