Scrub Technologist

United Surgical Partners International; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Metro Specialty Surgery Center in Jeffersonville, Indiana is seeking a Per Diem / PRN Scrub Technician to support our operating room team. The role emphasizes maintaining sterile fields, assisting the circulating nurse, and ensuring readiness of supplies and instruments for procedures.

The ideal candidate has a Scrub Technician program completion, a HS diploma, and at least two years of scrub experience across specialties, plus familiarity with medical terminology used in the OR.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and completion of a Scrub Technician Program.
• Two years experience as a Scrub Tech in multiple specialties or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• General familiarity with medical terminology as it pertains to anatomy and surgical procedures for an operating room.

Responsibilities

• Ensure sterility of all supplies and instruments during setup.
• Assist circulating nurse and surgical team in maintaining sterile environment.
• Assist circulating nurse in gathering necessary surgical supplies and equipment.
• Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts pre-operatively and intra-operatively with the circulating nurse.
• Gown and glove surgeons and assistants.
• Maintain physician preference cards accuracy/updated.
• Retain specimens to be sent to pathology with surgeon confirmation of source/name.
• Transport equipment to cleaning areas and assist in sterile reprocessing.
• Interact with patients and staff respectfully regardless of age or background.
• Follow universal precautions and safety practices to ensure a safe environment.
• Participate in environmental hazard and infection control surveillance and drills.
• Maintain certifications such as CPR and adhere to center policies.
• Attend inservices and meetings as required.

Skills

Two years experience

Medical terminology familiarity

Education

HS Diploma/GED; Scrub Tech program

Certification preferable

Job description

Metro Specialty Surgery Center is hiring a Per Diem / PRN Scrub Technician!

Welcome to Metro Specialty Surgery Center!

Metro Specialty Surgery Center, a leading outpatient surgical facility dedicated to providing high-quality care and service-oriented environment, is seeking a skilled and compassionate Scrub Tech to join our team. As a Scrub Technician, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring smooth surgical operations.

Metro Specialty Surgery Center is an accredited facility recognized by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care. Our commitment to excellence and service extends to our physician ownership.

Job Summary

As Scrub Technician, you will anticipate the needs of the surgical team. Establish and maintain sterile field during surgical procedures in the operating room. Reporting

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual shall be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma/GED; completion of a Scrub Technician Program. Certification preferable.
• Two years experience as a Scrub Tech in multiple specialties or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Able to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Other skills and abilities: General familiarity with medical terminology as it pertains to anatomy and surgical procedures for an operating room.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures sterility of all supplies and instruments during set up of surgical procedures.
• Assists circulating nurse and surgical team in maintaining sterile environment.
• Assists circulating nurse in gathering necessary surgical supplies and equipment.
• Is responsible for doing sponge, needle, and instrument count pre-operatively and intra-operative with the circulating nurse.
• Gowns and gloves surgeons and assistants.
• Assists in keeping physician preference cards accurate/updated.
• Retains all specimens to be sent to pathology, confirming source/name of specimen with surgeon.
• Transports all surgical equipment to appropriate cleaning areas. Assists in sterile supply with cleaning and reprocessing of instrument sets.
• Interacts appropriately and effectively with all patients/others regardless of age or ethnic background.
• Uses Standard Universal Precautions, appropriate hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, and safe practices to ensure personal safety and a safe environment.
• Assists with environmental hazard and infection control surveillance and participates in emergency preparedness drills.
• Follows all equipment and safety guidelines and is responsible for knowledgeable use and care of equipment.
• Serves as a resource to other members of the health care team.
• Attends inservices, conferences, and meetings as required.
• Communicates effectively and courteously with visitors, physicians, and their office staffs, patients, and employees. Maintains patient, physician, and employee privacy and confidentiality per policy.
• Maintains designated certifications such as CPR, as offered by the center.
• Acts in accordance with the vision, mission, and business philosophy of the Center.
• Complies with Policies and Procedures, and adheres to safety guidelines to ensure a safe work and patient care environment.

Required Skills: