Surgical Technologist assists medical team with preparations for surgical procedures and during the procedure. Prepares equipment, instruments, supplies, operating room, and patients and ensure sterile field. Being a Surgical Technologist coordinates preparation or disposal of specimens and delivery to laboratory according to procedures. Maintains inventory of sterile supplies. Additionally, Surgical Technologist may assist in patient transport. Requires completion of surgical technologist training course. Requires a high school diploma. Requires CPR certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Surgical Technologist works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Surgical Technologist typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Overview
Under the general supervision of a registered professional nurse, the Surgical Technologist (ST) participates as a member of the perioperative nursing team. The primary focus of this position is the scrub person role in addition to performing direct and indirect care of the neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric surgical patient. The Surgical Technologist performs in a cost-effective manner without compromising quality; participates in department quality assurance and performance improvement; and participates as a resource person for staff and assists in new staff training.
In addition the ST:
* Meets hospital and department standards for professional accountability (continuing education and competency);
* Demonstrates competency to scrub in minor surgical and endoscopic procedures; Demonstrates competency to scrub in complex surgical procedures in at least two surgical specialties.
* Demonstrates knowledge of Standards and Recommended Practices for Perioperative Nursing related to technical skill level;
* Participates in department quality assurance and performance improvement;
* Participates as a resource person for staff and assists in new staff training
* Participates in cost reduction initiatives by the hospital 3. Pays attention to details under all circumstances
Qualifications:
A. Education/Training
1. High school diploma or GED from an accredited institute required
2. Graduate of accredited Surgical Technologist program preferred
B. Experience
1. Documented surgical technologist experience required, minimum of one year OR experience preferred
C. Licensure/Certification
1. Surgical Technologist certification required (NBSTSA), or must obtained within 6 months of hire for new graduates of a Surgical Tech program
2. AST membership encouraged
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