Surgical Technician - Plastics

Quadrant, Inc.; Virginia, Great Falls Crossing (MN, VA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Licensed Surgical Technician to join their dynamic surgical team. This role requires a dedicated professional with a minimum of 3 years of experience and certification as a Surgical Tech. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of surgical procedures by passing instruments, suturing incisions, and maintaining the operating room's cleanliness. Your expertise in aseptic technique and BLS certification will be essential as you assist in preparing patients and preserving specimens. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and is committed to providing equal opportunities for all.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Surgical Technician.
• Certification as a Surgical Tech is required.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team by passing instruments and sterile supplies.
• Suture incisions and apply dressings post-surgery.
• Maintain cleanliness and stock of the operating room.

Skills

Surgical Technician experience

Surgical Tech certification

Aseptic technique knowledge

Ability to pass instruments

Suturing skills

BLS certification

Job description

Licensed Surgical Technician - Plastics

Herndon VA

Pay From: $40 Per Hour

MUST:

• Surgical Technician must have 3 years of experience as a Surgical Technician
• Surgical Tech certification
• Thorough working knowledge of aseptic technique
• Ability to pass instruments and sterile supplies to physicians
• Ability to suture incisions
• Apply dressings
• Clean and stock rooms
• Ability to arrange surgical supplies and instruments
• Knowledge and administration of medications
• BLS certification
• Must be certified

DUTIES:

1. Passing of instruments and sterile supplies to physicians and keeping accurate count of the instruments
2. Assisting surgical team to dress for surgery
3. Suturing incisions made by surgeon
4. Applying dressings and appropriate garments to surgical sites
5. Preparing and preserving specimens obtained during surgery and completing appropriate paperwork for these specimens
6. Operation of the lights, suction machines and other equipment as needed during surgery
7. Transporting the patient to their support person's car
8. Cleaning and restocking the operating room for the next surgery
9. Keeping accurate measurements of all tissue/fat removed from the patient during surgery
10. Keeping an accurate record of the amount of local anesthetic injected into the patient during surgery
11. Accurately close out invoice as procedures are completed
12. Assisting the Material Manager on an as needed basis
13. Responsible for the inventory and notifying correct personnel for ordering

*Quadrant, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Quadrant is committed to administering all employment and personnel actions on the basis of merit and free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. We are dedicated to the employment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and persons of all ethnic backgrounds and religions according to their abilities.