SURGERY - SCRUB TECH

Mountain-View-Hospital-LLC; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 49,594,000; Part time

Job summary

Mountain View Hospital in Idaho Falls, ID is seeking a Scrub Tech to assist surgeons at the sterile field, maintain aseptic conditions, and support the perioperative team. The role involves preparing sterile fields, passing instruments, and helping with patient prep and positioning under supervision.

The position requires graduation from an accredited Surgical Technician program, certification as a Surgical Technologist, and a minimum of five years OR experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technician Program.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist.
• Minimum 5 years operating room experience.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Must have the ability to effectively read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Set up and perform surgical cases by assembling equipment and supplies according to physician preference cards.
• Open sterile packs, supplies, and instruments according to sterile technique.
• Prepare sterile field, including sponge, needle, and instrument counts; ensure sterility of supplies and instruments.
• Assist in clean-up of the operating room after surgery and proper disposal of used supplies and sharps.
• May assist the circulating nurse in preparing patient for surgery and positioning the patient.
• Demonstrate aseptic principles in all duties and maintain instrument location awareness.
• Assist with intra-operative safety, infection control, and handling hazardous material.
• Perform other duties and clinic responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Basic computer knowledge

Education

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technician Program

Certification as a Surgical Technologist

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Hospital Main Campus - Idaho Falls, ID 83404Position Type: PRN (as needed)Education Level: High SchoolJob Category: Health Care

JOB SUMMARY:

The Scrub Tech will assist the surgeon at the sterile field by providing appropriate and adequate sterile instruments and other supplies during the operative procedures. Maintains the surgical field through aseptic practices. Works under the supervision of the Surgery Team Leader as a member of the perioperative team. Assists in the nursing care and preparation of the surgical patient for surgery and performs routine and delegated duties according to the standards of practice and policies of the facility and department. Facilitates and demonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors at all times.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Is responsible for the setting up and performance of surgical cases by assembly of equipment and supplies according to physician preference cards.
2. Is responsible for the setting up and performance of surgical cases by opening sterile pack, supplies, and instruments according to sterile technique.
3. Prepares sterile field, including sponge, needle, and instrument counts when needed. Ensures the sterility of supplies and instrumentations used during operative procedures.
4. Works cooperatively in the clean up of the operating room following surgery, including the proper disposal of used supplies and sharps, the cleaning and decontamination of instruments, equipment and operating room.
5. Handles specimens according to proper procedure.
6. May act as an assistant to the circulating nurse in preparing the patient for surgery, positioning the patient in the appropriate position, and moving the patient to and from operating table. Assists the circulator in other duties as directed.
7. Demonstrates understanding and utilization of principles of asepsis in all duties.
8. Uses supplies conservatively and efficiently.
9. During surgical procedures:
   1. a. Passes instruments to the surgeon and the assistant.
   2. b. Is attentive to the operative area by being alert for breaks in technique.
   3. c. Maintains an attitude of willingness to assist with the surgical procedure.
   4. d. Is aware of the location of all instruments, needles, sponges, and specimens.
   5. e. May staple, as directed by the surgeon, after the surgeon has approximated the tissue.
10. When requested by a Surgeon, will utilize appropriate techniques, as instructed by the requesting Surgeon, to assist with manipulation or reinsertion of Laparoscopic trocars, and suturing/stapling of skin under the indirect observation of the surgeon. Training will be by the surgeon with acknowledgement of ability by the Surgeon.
    1. a. In order for a Certified Surgical Technician III to perform these procedures, he/she is required to have a surgeon sign an acknowledgement of ability form. The scrub technician can only perform these procedures under the indirect observation the operating surgeon.
    2. b. Will close skin with method indicated by surgeon (suture, staples, etc.) with dressing of incision appropriate to Surgeons guidelines.
    3. c. Facial skin suturing will not be allowed.
    4. d. May manipulate and reinsert Laparoscopic trocars. The initial insertion must be done by the surgeon.
    5. e. May staple, as directed by the surgeon, after the surgeon has approximated the tissue.
11. Assists the circulator with responsibilities for intra-operative safety related to infection control, prevention of exposure to blood-borne pathogens, and handling hazardous material.
12. Prepares soiled instruments for cleaning. Assists as needed in the decontamination and reprocessing of instruments.
13. Works cooperatively with other staff in putting unused supplies and equipment away and restocking rooms.
14. Adheres to and practices Mountain View Hospital Compliance Program and participates in Performance Improvement activities.
15. Performs on-call duties for emergency surgeries during after-duty-hours and on weekends on a rotating basis.
16. Maintains professional competency through appropriate continuing education.
17. Is fully knowledgeable of policies and procedures specific to the department of surgical services.
18. Performs job duties in agreement with AST Standards of Practice.
19. Assists with any other duties as deemed necessary.
20. Clinic responsibilities as necessary.
21. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technician Program. Certification as a Surgical Technologist.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years operating room experience required.
• Equipment/Technology: Basic computer knowledge
• Language/Communication: Must have the ability to effectively read, write, and speak English.
• Mathematical Skills: General High School knowledge
• Mental Capabilities: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Can adapt to rapidly changing workloads due to changes in the surgery census. Can frequently and consistently make sound judgments.
• Interpersonal: Works well with others.
• Performance: Can work well under pressure and meet multiple and competing deadlines.