Surgical Technologist Full Time

Hughston Clinic; Phenix City (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Hughston Clinic is seeking a Surgical Technologist (Scrub Tech) to assist in the operating room under RN supervision. The role focuses on preparing sterile supplies, maintaining sterility, and supporting case turnover with attention to safety and quality.

Requirements include 1 year OR experience or completion of an approved Surgical Technologist program, BLS, and a HS diploma. Orthopaedic OR experience is preferred. Sign-on bonus offered.

Qualifications

• 1 year of OR experience required or graduate of an approved Surgical Technologist Program.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and provides sterile supplies, instruments and equipment during surgical procedure.
• Maintains the sterile environment/technique.
• Maintains control over all counts during surgery.
• Ensures proper functioning of equipment prior to use and confirms instruments, supplies, and implants are accounted for before start of surgery.
• Follows OR policies and procedures for turnover between cases, maintaining efficiency.
• Demonstrates adherence to Universal Precautions and uses PPE.

Skills

Surgical tech experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of approved Surgical Technologist program

Job description

***THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A $5,000.00 SIGN ON BONUS***

Shift: 6a-6p

POSITION GOAL

The Surgical Technologist (Scrub Tech) functions under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and performs delegated functions such as planning, preparing and setting up for cases, and managing supplies and equipment. The work that is performed is done under the established policies and procedures of the institution and according to the experience and scope of educational requirements of the individual and applicable legal guidelines. The Scrub Tech will be expected to anticipate the needs of the patient and physician and make decisions within the scope of their practice.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

CLINICAL

• Prepares and provides sterile supplies, instruments and equipment during surgical procedure
• Maintains the sterile environment/technique.
• Maintains control over all "countables" during surgery.
• Assures proper functioning of all equipment prior to use intraoperatively. Verifies with the circulator that all required instruments, supplies, and implants are accounted for before the start of surgery.
• Knows and follows all Policies and Procedures of the department.
• Functions within the scope of Certification (if certified).
• Follows OR policies & procedures for "turnover" between cases, while maintaining efficiency
• Demonstrates ability to follow Universal Precautions, wearing personal protection equipment, works safely, and treats instruments and equipment with respect.

PATIENT SAFETY

• Complies with surgical site verification and time out policies
• Reviews the planned procedure
• Verifies all equipment is functioning and inspects for safety prior to use
• Completes all counts accurately
• Verifies the sterility of all items prior to introduction onto the sterile field
• Monitors the sterile field for any breaks or potential breaks in sterility

LEADERSHIP

• Remains current on all QI monitors maintained in the OR, reading each monthly report and suggesting future monitors.
• Maintains Service Project through: staff education, facilitates new equipment purchases and product contract changes. Facilitates equipment repairs with surgeons and staff notification, requesting loaners if appropriate to minimize "down time".
• Maintains effective communication with peers, surgeons, and management
• Serves as a role model and preceptor for new staff.

PERSONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

• Attends all mandatory education programs
• Attends 50% of staff meetings and signs off meeting minutes including those not attended
• Assists in new staff orientation as assigned.
• Takes responsibility for determining learning needs and seeks out opportunities
• Demonstrates awareness of changes and advances in field.

PERFORMS OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

• Accepts assignment changes without difficulty
• Accepts "Open Call" commitments without difficulty
• Accepts and/or volunteers for unit projects

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Experience

Required:

• 1 year of OR experience required or graduate of an approved Surgical Technologist Program.

Preferred:

• Orthopaedic Surgical experience preferred.

Education

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred:

• Graduate of an approved Surgical Technologist program preferred.

Special Qualifications

Required:

• BLS required.

Preferred:

• Surgical Technologist Certification preferred.

Driver's license

Required:

• Must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

The Hughston Clinic, The Hughston Foundation, The Hughston Surgical Center, Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics, Hughston Medical, Hughston Orthopaedics Trauma, Hughston Orthopaedics Southeast and Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital participate in E-Verify. This company is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.