Certified Surgical Technologist - Surgery

LE01 Phelps County Regional Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

LE01 Phelps County Regional Medical Center is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist in patient care during surgeries. The role involves using sterile techniques and medical equipment effectively.

The ideal candidate should complete a Surgical Technologist program and hold current certification. Responsibilities include preparing surgery setups while ensuring patient safety.

Qualifications

• Completion of Surgical Technologist program is required.
• Current Surgical Technologist Certification is necessary.
• Experience as a Surgical Technologist or Surgical Nurse is desired.

Responsibilities

• Set up individual cases using doctor’s preference cards and appropriate instruments.
• Employ proper aseptic techniques and anticipate surgical team needs.
• Operate sterilizers and monitor implantable devices.

Skills

Sterile technique

Dexterity

Monitoring implantable devices

Operation of sterilizers

Aseptic techniques

Education

Completion of Surgical Technologist program

Tools

Surgical instruments

Sterilizers

Cautery units

Job description

General Summary

The Surgical Technologist is a professional caregiver who works with Anesthesia, surgeons, and other surgical personnel in patient care before, during and after surgery. The Certified Technologist uses sterile technique and technical equipment to assist the surgeon to perform surgical procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Sets up individual cases correctly using doctor’s preference cards as a reference utilizing appropriate instruments and prosthetic devices.
• Applies medical technology of anatomy and physiology correctly.
• Employs proper aseptic techniques, demonstrates dexterity, and anticipates surgical team needs.
• Operates sterilizers according to instruction or policy following hospital procedures.
• Monitors implantable devices by sterile technique and proper function.
• Checks equipment for proper functioning prior to procedure.
• Uses and cares for equipment, tables, cautery units and specialty equipment appropriately.
• Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles change, stays focused under pressure, and meets attendance/punctuality requirements.
• Keeps information organized and accessible, maintains clean/functional work space, works systematically/efficiently, and manages time well.
• Performs delegated tasks as directed to maintain quality and enhance patient safety under the direct supervision of the participating surgeon.

Education

Completion of Surgical Technologist program required.

Work Experience

Experience as a Surgical Technologist or Surgical Nurse desired but not required.

Certification / License

• Current Surgical Technologist Certification.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification.

Mental / Physical Requirements

• Considerable mental concentration required.
• Lifting up to 35 lbs., turning activities and nearly constant walking required.
• Standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.

Working Conditions

• Frequent exposure to infectious disease and hostile persons at times.
• Frequent exposure to communicable disease via blood and other body fluids.
• Minimal physical discomfort.