Surgical Technologist I

Part-time, (2) 10-hour shifts/week

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.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.
Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Harford Memorial Hospital (UM HMH), Havre de Grace, MD
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD

University of Maryland Chesapeake Surgery Center (UMCSC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Education & Training: High school diploma or equivalent. Is a graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology, and certified by the Association of Surgical Technologists or National Center for Competency Testing. 

Work Orientation & Experience: Certification in BCLS. Two years experience in an inpatient or outpatient surgical setting preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

1. Assists in the care and the preparation of the surgical patient by performing routine and delegated duties according to standards and policy
2. Demonstrates the ability to organize and manage time and equipment effectively, setting appropriate priorities
3. Demonstrates the ability to work accurately and efficiently under time constraints, and often in stressful situations
4. Demonstrates skill and accuracy in communication both oral and written
5. Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy and physiology; progression of surgical procedures, sterilization process, aseptic technique, and safety standards in a surgical environment
6. Performs simple mathematical functions correctly
7. Willingly adapts hours of availability to variable changing needs.
8. Effectively functions as a member of a collaborative team.

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