Surgical Technician Non Certified - Surg General

Christus Health; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Surgical Assistant to join their team. In this vital role, you will prepare and pass instruments during surgical procedures while ensuring a sterile environment. Your expertise will contribute to patient safety and the overall efficiency of surgical operations. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least two years of experience in a surgical setting. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience preferred in a surgical environment.
• Competency in monitoring and controlling the surgical environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and pass instruments for surgical procedures.
• Maintain sterile field and assist the physician as directed.
• Ensure compliance with OR sanitation policies.

Skills

Surgical Instrument Handling

Aseptic Technique

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Summary:

This Job is responsible for preparing and passing instruments and equipment for assigned surgical procedures In accordance with hospital and department standards and is responsible for carrying out identified patient care needs delegated by an RN, Physician or Director/Manager/Supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
  
• Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments and suture to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician.
  
• Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR.
  
• Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.
  
• Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient.
  
• Cooperates in team planning and execution.
  
• Maintains a safe environment by implementing technical and aseptic practices at all times.
  
• Demonstrates clinical expertise in use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments and equipment.
  
• Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations.
  
• Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
  
• Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility.
  
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
  
• Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific and other developmental needs of each patient served.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

  
  

Experience

• 2 or more years of experience preferred

  
  

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS required

Work Schedule:

Varies

Work Type:

Full Time

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