Surgical Technologist PRN

Baylor Scott & White Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Surgical Technologist PRN to support surgical procedures by ensuring the operating room is prepared and equipped. This role involves maintaining surgical instruments, assisting the surgical team, and adhering to strict safety and sterilization standards. You will play a crucial part in patient care during surgeries, ensuring that all equipment is functioning properly and ready for use. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment, where your skills will directly impact patient outcomes and surgical success.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited surgical technologist program or equivalent experience.
• Certification as a CST by NBSTSA or NCCT is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the instrument table for surgical procedures.
• Ensure proper functioning of surgical instruments during operations.
• Assist the surgical team with draping and positioning the patient.

Skills

Infection prevention knowledge

Aseptic techniques

Human anatomy knowledge

Surgical procedures knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Graduation from accredited surgical technologist program

Certification as CST by NBSTSA or NCCT

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Job Summary

The Surgical Technologist 3 functions in the intraoperative phase of patient care to expedite surgical procedures, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. This position assists the surgical team through the use of equipment and instrumentation to ensure that the operating room environment is safe and that required equipment is available and functioning properly. Assumes responsibility for maintenance of equipment, instruments, and supplies for a specified surgical service line, acting as liaison of this service to surgeons and other team members.

Essential Functions Of The Role

1. Discusses any special needs with the surgeon before surgery and scrubs into surgery in an adequate time for proper preparation of instruments before the surgeon scrubs in.
2. Prepares the operative site by aseptically cleaning and patient clipping, as needed.
3. Prepares and maintains the instrument table(s) in an organized and comprehensive manner to avoid damage to instrumentation. Identifies damaged or incomplete trays, rectifies discrepancy immediately, or contacts those that can help in order to avoid delays or injury.
4. Sets up the operating room according to surgical procedure schedules; arranges sterile setup of instrument table supplies and equipment required for specific procedure, carefully selecting and opening only needed supplies.
5. Scrubs for cases in all major surgical services according to established procedures and standards requiring advanced knowledge of anatomy, surgical instruments, surgeon preferences, and other technical knowledge.
6. Ensures the proper functioning of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies during surgical procedures.
7. Performs surgical counts of sponges, sharps, instruments, and miscellaneous items, according to established policies and procedures.
8. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon and surgical team staff. Passes sterile supplies and equipment to surgeons and assistants during procedures, holds retractor devices, and acts to anticipate and respond to the surgical team’s needs during the course of surgery.
9. Assists the surgical team with draping and positioning the patient.
10. Receives surgical specimens following specimen protocol, and passes the specimen(s) off the sterile field to circulating Nurse, verifying source of specimen.
11. Disassembles surgical instrumentation as indicated at end of the procedure, recycles as indicated, and appropriately disposes of sharps, fluids, and waste at end of the surgical procedure.
12. Prepares soiled instrumentation for proper transportation to decontamination area.
13. Ensures the cleaning, decontamination, sterilization, maintenance, and preparation of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies for distribution.
14. Cleans the operating room following each case, and returns equipment to appropriate storage areas.
15. Follows infection control policies, AORN recommendation practices, OSHA guidelines, and other regulatory requirements to ensure a safe work environment.
16. Ensures proper orientation and knowledge of all equipment and instrumentation prior to patient use.
17. Maintains inventory of surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies in accordance with policies and standards. Orders supplies, documents equipment use, and maintains records.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of infection prevention and sterilization standards.
• Knowledge of sterile and aseptic techniques.
• Knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and technical tools.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Occasional exposure to chemical and radiation hazards.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited surgical technologist program or equivalent experience.
• Certification as a CST by NBSTSA or NCCT, or military/public health service training.
• Experience prior to 09/01/2009 in healthcare or military practice may exempt certain requirements.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Healthcare Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare