JOB TITLE: ASC OR Surgical Technologist

LOCATION: RMLS

DEPARTMENT: Clinical

REPORT TO: ASC Clinical Director

FLSA STATUS: PRN, Nonexempt, Hourly

MISSION: To enhance the quality of our patients’ lives by compassionately providing the highest level of care

VISION: To be recognized as the eye care center of excellence in the communities we serve

SUMMARY

Responsible for rendering professional care to patients undergoing surgical procedures within the Center, in accordance with established procedures. Functions cooperatively with physicians and staff exhibiting teamwork characteristics. May be responsible for ensuring proper care and use of surgical instruments. May transport patients to and from operating room or procedure room. Assists with cleanliness of procedure room area and assists with procedure room turnover.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to the Code of Conduct.
• Complies with center policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates an attitude that is caring, respectful, sensitive, tactful, compassionate, empathetic, and tolerant.
• Provides a safe environment for the patient.
• Communicates safety concerns appropriately, following Chain of Command.
• Legibly documents when appropriate based on Center policy/procedure.
• Promotes patient and physician satisfaction.
• Uses proper cleaning and sterilization techniques as specific in the policy and procedures and per manufacturer’s instructions for use.
• Practices appropriate aseptic techniques and sterile processes.
• Wears appropriate Personal Protected Equipment (PPE).
• Observes universal precautions.
• Refers situations beyond ability or function to proper person.
• Attends all required education.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned or requested.

Operating Room Responsibilities

• Assists with the utilization of protective padding specific to patient’s skin integrity status and position for surgery or procedures.
• Maintains anesthetized patient’s proper body alignment as determined by procedure.
• Plans for proposed surgical intervention by selecting appropriate equipment and supplies following physician preference.
• Assists RN in the performance of duties assigned per Center policy/procedure.
• Provides input to the circulating nurse in the identification of patient problems.
• Performs item count to include, but not limited to, sponges, sharps, and instruments, pre, intra, and post operatively, per policy and procedures.
• Ensures availability of appropriate supplies and equipment intra-operatively, i.e., ground pads, etc.
• Labels medications on the sterile field per Center policy/procedure.
• Initiates corrective action for breaks in aseptic technique.
• Handles tissue specimens correctly and accurately according to policy and procedures.
• Follows standards for sharps safety according to facility policy and procedure.
• Follows standard for electrosurgical safety according to facility policy and procedure.
• Utilizes supplies in a cost-effective manner.
• Takes appropriate corrective action if item count is not acceptable (inform surgeon, circulating nurse, and Center Leader).
• Follows standards for disposal of biohazard waste according to Center policy and procedure.
• Identifies, sequesters, and reports malfunctioning equipment to the Registered Nurse/Center Leader.
• Operates specialty equipment per manufacturer’s recommendation for use and/or policy and procedure.
• Assists with the orientation of new personnel.
• Actively participates in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities.
• Assists in policy and procedure review and updates (as required).
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, and in service meetings.
• Actively participates in the time out.

Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Contributes to the effective and efficient performance of the department for the practice.
• Functions as a productive and positive member of the practice.
• Conforms to all RMLS policies and procedures including punctuality, attendance, and dress codes.
• Achieves cooperation and teamwork through effective communications and positive relations with staff.
• Adheres to the company code of conduct.

WORK QUALITIES

• Must be even tempered, ethical, and good humored.
• Must interface with all RMLS departments, physicians, and personnel.
• Works collaboratively with healthcare team.
• Maintains flexibility and performs other duties are required.
• Participates in staff meetings, in-services, and continuing education as required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, LICENSURE, AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an approved operating room technical program or Certified Ophthalmic Assistant.
• Certification per state requirements.
• Membership in CST association (preferred).
• One or more years as a surgical technologist (preferred).
• Current BCLS is mandatory.
• Able to read, write and communicate in English.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and a reliable vehicle.
• Must be able to travel to other office locations as needed.
• As part of our employment process, we will be conducting a criminal background check, motor vehicle records check, OIG check, CAPS Check, and a drug screen.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, and percentages.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English if bilingual Center, bilingual language is required.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret manufacturer’s instructions or instructions for use.

Ability to effectively present information, respond to questions, and professionally interact with managers, employees, clients, vendors, and the general public.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Exhibits mental alertness for quality decision making and exercising good judgment.
• Ability to multi-task effectively, efficiently, accurately, and with attention to details.
• Ability to use initiative, insight, and judgment in decision-making.
• Ability to effectively present information, respond to questions, and professionally interact with managers, co-workers, patients, and the general public.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in a variety of forms.
• Ability to recognize issues and communicate to Registered Nurse/Center Leader.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time, i.e., 6-8 hours per day.
• Ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 50 pounds in weight.
• Ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously without “giving out” or fatiguing.
• Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials, lift or transport patients, prepare medical procedure rooms, or set up patient care equipment.
• Ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• Ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright.
• Ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
• Ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
• Specific vision abilities for close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Days and hours of work may vary to meet patient and center needs.
• The Center is a well-lit, ventilated and climate-controlled environment. The Center may require decreased lighting to meet patient care needs or procedure requirements, such as laser rooms and some OR/Procedure rooms.
• Ability to work with medical and office equipment, some of which will have moving parts.
• Noise level is usually quiet to moderate.
• May have exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids and materials or toxic chemicals and cleaning solutions.
• Procedure rooms are often small and due to equipment may have little room to work around and may necessitate reaching, pulling, pushing.
• Works in close proximity to patients and co-workers.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to carry and lift items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to speak clearly in small group settings.
• This position will require sitting for long periods of time, walking, standing, bending, and walking, as well as using fine motor skills, such as finger dexterity for typing, and using small hand tools.
• This position could be exposed to loud noises, frequent phone conversations, and requires average to above average visual acuity and hearing.
• Most of this job will be spent indoors in a climate-controlled environment.
• Must be available to travel to other office locations as needed.

FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR ELIGIBLE STAFF:

• Affordable Medical & Dental Plans
• No Cost Annual Eye Exams
• Discounts on Frames, Lenses, and Contacts
• Friends and Family Optical Coupons
• Company Paid Life/AD&D
• Voluntary Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability
• 401K Safe Harbor Employer Contribution
• Generous Time Off Policy

SALARY RANGE:

• $28.56 hourly rate
• Quarterly bonus

HOW TO APPLY: Applications can be submitted through Indeed, ZipRecruiter, or through our website https://rockymountaineyecenter.com/about-rmec/careers/

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 06/28/2024

Rocky Mountain Laser & Surgery is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants may redact age-defining information from any of their application materials.