OR Scrub Technician MSC

Baptist Health; Montgomery, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Montgomery is seeking an OR Scrub Technician to scrub on surgical procedures in all specialties and support the surgical team. You will set up cases, maintain a sterile field, and count items with the nurse, while following aseptic technique and infection control policies.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with a certified technician program or on-the-job training. CST preferred and BLS is required to qualify.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Completion of a certified technician program or on-the-job training.
• CST preferred, BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Scrub on surgical procedures in all specialties.
• Set up assigned cases and maintain a sterile field.
• Count items used during procedures with the nurse.
• Adhere to OSHA guidelines, safety and infection control policies.
• Stock and care for instruments, sutures, needles and basic equipment.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Sterilization

Anatomy knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Certified technician program / on-the-job training

Job description

## OR Scrub Technician MSCApply: 1- Onsite: Montgomery Surgical Center: Full time: Posted Today: JR107282Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.**Highlights:****Summary**: The OR Scrub Technician shall be responsible to scrub on surgical procedures in all specialties. This individual will function as a member of the Surgical team. The Scrub Technician is responsible to set up assigned cases, maintain a sterile field, and count appropriate items used during surgical cases with the nurse. This position requires an understanding of the principles of aseptic technique, sterilization, and human anatomy. Additionally, the Scrub Technician shall perform a variety of tasks such as care of instruments, supplies, sutures, needles and basic equipment, as well as, stocking, cleaning, inventory, etc. The Scrub Technician must know policies and procedures pertaining to duties and be able to fulfill verbal and written instructions, and to adhere strictly to all OSHA guidelines, safety and infection control policies. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.**Education / Experience**:High school diploma or equivalent required. Has completed a certified technician program or acceptable on the job training program.**License / Certification**: CST preferred, BLS required**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**: • Completion of a certified technician program or acceptable on the job training program • Possesses interpersonal skills • Ability to communicate appropriately, verbal or written**Working Conditions/Physical Requirements**:Position requires sitting for 10% of the workday and mobility 90% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.