Surgical Tech 0630-1700

Scotlandhealth; Laurinburg (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotland Memorial Hospital in Laurinburg, NC seeks a Surgical Tech for the OR team. The role supports surgical procedures, prepares instruments using aseptic technique, and ensures sterility and proper function of all equipment.

You will pass instruments, anticipate surgeon needs, and assist with patient care under the direction of the circulating RN and surgeon. Requirements include strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced surgical

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Diplomacy, tact, and a positive approach to problem solving are required.
• Strong organizational skills are a must.
• Fosters a teamwork environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for surgical procedures by identifying, selecting and setting up instruments using aseptic technique.
• Inspects all equipment, instruments and packaging to ensure sterility and proper function.
• Utilizes and understands sterilization principles in processing instruments and equipment.
• Performs hand washing technique and prepares OR field according to standards.
• Anticipates surgeons' needs for instruments and sutures.
• Keeps operative field neat, clean and dry.
• Passes specimens to circulating nurse after verifying with surgeon.
• Reports prostheses, drains and catheters to circulating nurse.

Skills

Communication

Diplomacy

Organization

Teamwork

Job description

## Surgical Tech 0630-1700Applylocations: Scotland Memorial Hospital - 500 Lauchwood Dr, Laurinburg, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R249197**Department:**Scotland Memorial Hospital - Surgery Room**Status:**Full time**Shift:**1st (United States of America)**Schedule Details/Additional Information:**Preferred At Hire - - - 1 Year Or Certification/Licensure (including annual requirements)* Preferred at Hire - - -Certification for surgical technicalOther Skills And Compentencies* Minimum Requirement - - - Demonstrates Excellent Communication Skills, Both Written And Verbal. Diplomacy, Tact, And A Positive Approach To Problem Solving Are Required To Be Successful. Organizational Skills Are A Must. Fosters A Teamwork Environment. Must Be Able To Communicate With Patients, Customers, Other Departments And Staff In An Articulate Manner.OBls**Job Description:**1.Prepares for surgical procedures by identifying, selecting and setting up instruments using aseptic technique.2.Inspects all equipment, instruments and packaging to insure sterility and proper function.3.Utilizes and understands sterilization principles in processing instruments and equipment.4.Utilizes proper hand washing technique and prepares O.R. field according to standards.5.Anticipates surgeons needs as to instruments and suture.6.Keeps operative field neat, clean and dry.7.Properly identifies and passes specimens to circulating nurse after verifying with surgeon.8.Accurately reports all prosthesis, drains and catheters to circulating nurse.9.Disposes of used supplies according to procedure.10.Assists with room clean up and set up.11.Returns reusable equipment and supplies to appropriate place.12.Counts sponges, instruments, and sharps prior to operative incision, and at closure of any cavity according to standards.13.Assists in properly positioning patient on table.14.Performs miscellaneous tasks to facilitate continuity of patient care such as relieving at break, lunch time, and assisting with cleaning and restocking.15.Is accessible when on call according to policy.16.Age Specific Competency: Staff members will have knowledge of human growth and development through the life span of the patient and have the ability to meet the needs of and provide the care of these patients. The age categories to be included are: Neonatal/Infant 0 - 11 months; Pediatrics 1 – 12 yrs; Adolescence 13 - 17 yrs; Young Adult/Adult 18 – 64 yrs; Adult/Middle-Aged 65 - 79 yrs; Geriatric 80+ yrs17.Performs services requiring technical or manual skills under the direction of circulating RN and or surgeon. Consults with other staff members when in question or unfamiliar with equipment or procedures.