Surgical Technologist I OR

University of Maryland Medical System; Bel Air (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist in surgical procedures and preparation. The role requires a high school diploma, completion of relevant training, and CPR certification. Responsibilities include prepping the operating room, handling instruments, and delivering patient care, ensuring safety and efficiency during surgical operations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Surgical Technologist training program is mandatory.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of the operating room and selection of surgical instruments.
• Hands instruments to the surgeon as requested.
• Performs room turnover between cases and transport patients.

Skills

Preparation of surgical instruments

Patient care

Environmental assessment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent (GED)

Completion of a Surgical Technologist training program

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Under direct supervision performs delegated patient care functions assisting in surgical procedures and in the preparation of supplies and equipment in an operating room.

Key Responsibilities

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

1. Assists in the preparation of the operating room and in the selection of surgical instruments and equipment by reviewing the surgeon preference list and conferring with the circulating nurse to gather appropriate equipment.

A. Counts needles, sponges and instruments.

B. Ensures medications on the sterile field are properly labeled.

C. Ensures fluids are maintained at a safe temperature.

D. Ensures instrumentation is cleaned at point of use, restrung, and sprayed with enzymatic cleaner.

2. Performs preoperative preparation of patients, including skin preparation, draping and positioning patients for procedures in accordance with department procedures and protocols, as needed.

3. Hands instruments to the surgeon as requested and/or required, preparing suture material for use, and assisting with gowning and gloving of surgical team in accordance with departmental protocols.

4. Performs related duties associated with basic patient care, including picking-up blood, delivering specimens to clinical laboratories, performing room turnover between cases, escorting patients when assigned and checking emergency carts for needed supplies. Transports patients and runs errands as directed by RN.

5. Prepares supplies for sterilization including washing and wrapping instruments.

6. Assesses the environmental needs of the area and recommends and/or initiates appropriate action.

7. Orientates new Surgical Technologists by explaining department policies and procedures.

8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

• ** Education:** High School diploma or equivalent (GED) is required. Completion of a Surgical Technologist training program is required

• ** Experience:** 1-year experience (in lieu of training program)

• ** Licensure/Certifications:** __ CPR certification is required

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $28.82-$40.35
• Other Compensation (if applicable): n/a
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