Surgical Technician

Guthrie; Sayre (Bradford County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care provider in Sayre, PA is seeking a Surgical Technician. This entry-level role requires knowledge of sterile techniques and the ability to collaborate with nursing staff. Applicants should be graduates of an accredited surgical technician program. Continual education and skills certification are vital for this position, which emphasizes teamwork and effective patient care.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow procedures under supervision.
• Knowledge of surgical procedures and patient care.
• Continuing education and skills certification.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competence in technical skills.
• Applies sterile technique during surgeries.
• Maintains certification through continuing education.

Skills

Knowledge of sterile technique

Teamwork and collaboration

Effective time management

Education

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technician School

Job description

Position Summary

To know and understand the principles of sterile technique and their application. To follow defined procedures under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. To maintain a collaborative relationship with other nursing staff members, physicians, and ancillary staff. To maintain an appropriate level of knowledge and clinical expertise through continuing education and in‑service programs.

Education, License & Cert

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technician School, or LPN with a current license in the state of practice, or completion of a completed and appropriate training program for surgical technology in the United Sates Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or Public Health Service Commissioned Corps. Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification preferred.

Experience

• Experience preferred, but may be trained on‑ the‑ job, if recent graduate. Must have general knowledge of surgical procedures, and draw specialized training from working with physician or physicians on the job.

Essential Functions

1. Demonstrates competence in performance of technical skills relative to clinical area of practice.
2. Demonstrates knowledge and practice of patient care concepts.
3. Applies the principles of sterile technique during surgical procedures.
4. Participates in orientation and training program to attain competency in all services.
5. Maintains certification by participating in continuing education activities/provides documentation of required continuing education credits.
6. Promotes teamwork and collaboration among all members of the surgical team.
7. Practices within the scope of current policies and procedures of the nursing Department and nursing unit guidelines.
8. Demonstrates effective time management, flexibility and priority setting regarding work assignment.
9. Attends and participates in unit council meetings, utilizes staff meetings and other appropriate channels to resolve problems.

Other Duties

1. Demonstrates initiative in completing work that needs to be done, within areas of responsibility.
2. It is understood that this description is not intended to be all‑inclusive, and that other duties may be assigned as necessary in the performance of this position.
3. Recognizes and reports potential problems to the supervisor or nursing manager on the floor.

Rev: 9-6-2023

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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