Certified Surgical Technician

HiredFirst; City of Geneva (NY); In loco; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

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TEEMA Solutions Group is seeking a Certified Surgical Technician to work in a healthcare setting in Geneva, NY. The ideal candidate will participate as a team member in patient care, ensuring the maintenance of sterile techniques, and assisting in surgical procedures. Responsibilities include maintaining a sterile field, handling surgical instruments, and collaborating with medical staff. BLS certification is required, along with competence in operating surgical equipment and adhering to safety standards.

Competenze

• Certified Surgical Technician with BLS certification required.
• Demonstrated competence in handling surgical instruments.
• Ability to follow aseptic technique and maintain a sterile field.

Mansioni

• Participate in planning and implementation of nursing care.
• Maintain sterile technique during procedures.
• Assess surgical environment for safety and cleanliness.

Conoscenze

Ability to maintain sterile field

BLS certification

Teamwork in healthcare

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We have an opening for a Certified Surgical Technician to work in a healthcare setting in Geneva, NY

BLS (through AHA or RQI specifically) required

The Scrub Technician participates as a team member in the planning and implementation of nursing care for each patient. She/He will demonstrate an ability to work with the medical, nursing, and ancillary services to provide safe patient care. The Scrub Tech demonstrates a professional, courteous manner, and handles confidential information with discretion for the patient and their family.

Demonstrates the ability to clean instruments and ensure sterility is achieved by utilizing the appropriate procedures. Recognizes successful completion of steam autoclave and automated high level disinfectant units.

Selects equipment and supplies in an organized manner, based on Surgical Procedure. Demonstrates competence in preparing instrument sets according to preference lists, patient history, and age. Utilizes supplies cost‑effectively. Demonstrates ability to handle and operate sophisticated equipment. Detects and readily adapts to changes in surgical procedures.

Creates and Maintains Sterile Field. Maintains aseptic technique at all times in accordance with AORN Standards. Demonstrates ability to open and handle sterile supplies, proper surgical hand scrubbing, donning sterile gown and gloves, setting up sterile field, receiving sterile supplies from the circulator, and assisting in proper draping of the patient. Initiates corrective measures when break in sterile technique occurs.

Demonstrates ability to work with the medical and nursing staff in providing safe patient care. Uses care with sharps to prevent injury or contamination. Follows policies and procedures for counts and maintains adequate count of all countable items on the sterile field. Initiates proper protocol when counts are incorrect. Accurately draws up medication with proper labeling of all solutions and syringes. Serves as a preceptor and mentor to new employees.

Assesses surgical environment for safety, cleanliness, and compliance with regulatory and organizational standards. Supports a state of continual service readiness. Ensures a clean, safe, and orderly work and care environment.