Surgical Technician

Saint Joseph Hospital - Lexington; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph Hospital - Lexington is seeking a surgical support professional to assist physicians, circulating RNs and anesthesia personnel during all levels of surgical procedures in the Lexington, VA area.

The role includes set-up of instruments and equipment on the sterile field, preparation and cleaning of all procedural equipment, and collaboration with the surgical team to maintain a smooth workflow and patient safety in the operating room.

Qualifications

• HS degree or equivalent required.
• Completed Facility On Site Competency Training Specific to Department within One Year of Employment and/or Completion of Formal Technical Program REQUIRED

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision.
• Sets up instruments/equipment on the sterile field for each procedure.
• Maintains and inventories equipment and supplies for the surgical suite.
• Disinfects and cleans scopes and equipment per SGNA/ASGE standards and hospital policy.
• Recognizes patient issues and communicates them to RN or physician during procedures.
• Keeps procedure rooms organized and ensures readiness of instruments during cases.

Education

HS Degree or Equivelant

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Job Summary

Contributes to the safe, efficient operation of the surgical suite by assisting the physician, circulating RNs and anesthesia personnel during all levels of surgical procedures.

Has primary responsibility for set-up of the instruments/equipment on the sterile field to perform each surgical procedure, operation, and cleaning of all procedural equipment during procedures.

Works as a team member to provide harmonious flow of the surgical schedule and operating room running smoothly.

Essential Functions

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Contributes to efficient operation of the surgical suite and department.

Maintains confidentiality of information in the surgical suite and department.

Assists in delivering high quality care services in a professional, compassionate and courteous manner with respecting the dignity and individuality of each person who comes in contact with the organization by following the Standards of Excellence, Standards of Behavior and Conduct and Standards of Professional Appearance.

Gives direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the RNs.

Responsible for the care, handling, and processing of all of the equipment and instruments.

Prepares and sets up for all surgical procedures ensuring that the correct equipment and supplies are available during the case.

Ability to assist the physicians as needed with equipment and supplies consistent with their job classification.

Knowledge of all complex and therapeutic procedures performed in the unit.

Ability to set up and assist with out of the department cases at the bedside or in the OR as necessary.

Passing sterile instruments during surgery in anticipation of the surgeon’s needs.

Able to recognize and communicate any patient issues to RN or physician during the procedure.

Maintains supplies and stocks procedure rooms and travel carts during down time

Assists with tracking locations and maintaining inventory of equipment.

Disinfects and cleans scopes and equipment according to SGNA/ASGE standards and hospital policy.

Job Requirements

• HS Degree or Equivelant
• Completed Facility On Site Competency Training Specific to Department within One Year of Employment and/or Completion of Formal Technical Program REQUIRED

Where You'll Work

The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.