Technologist-Surgical II

Overview

Technologist-Surgical II

Job Code

20501 FLSA Status

Job Family

NURSING

Job Summary Functions under the AST guidelines for performance. Handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Assists surgical team during operation/procedure by arranging, inventorying and maintaining sterile set up for operation, and passes items as needed. Assists in preparation of surgical suite, moving patients, and in cleaning. Provides aid in exposure, homeostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out safe operation with optimal results for the patient within AST standards. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities Job Responsibilities

• Assists in performance of procedures for the surgical patient in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Assists in providing intraoperative care.
• Provides and utilizes equipment and supplies based on patient needs in a safely and adequate manner.
• Performs activities that demonstrate technical accountability.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.
  
  

Specifications Experience Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired #N/A

Education Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Hold current national certification through appropriate/approved accreditation body. Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.

Training Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired 20 Hours of continuing education annually

Special Skills Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Computer literacy. Be a member of a professional organization.

Licensure Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Hold current national certification through appropriate/approved accreditation body. BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager. Reporting Relationships No

Work Environment Functional Demands Label Short Description Full Description Sedentary Very light energy level Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart Light Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher) Medium High energy level Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull /- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient) Heavy Very high energy level Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.

Functional Demands Rating Light

Activity Level Throughout Workday Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Standing Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Walking Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Bending Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear Continuous

Sensory Requirements Color Discrimination Near Vision Far Vision Depth Perception Hearing Yes Accurate Accurate

Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Chemical Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Radiation Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter Anticipated