What are the responsibilities and job description for the SURGICAL TECHNICIAN LABOR AND DELIVERY BWH position at Brigham and Women's Hospital?
Summary
Responsible for assisting surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in various surgical procedures and playing a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and safe operation of the operating room.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Essential Functions
- Prepare the operating room for surgical procedures.
- Set up sterile supplies, instruments, and equipment required for the surgery.
- Transport patients to the operating room, help with positioning on the surgical table, and ensure their safety and comfort during the procedure.
- Pass instruments, supplies, and equipment to the surgical team during procedures.
- Follow proper sterilization techniques to ensure the cleanliness and sterility of surgical instruments and supplies.
- Maintain accurate and complete documentation of surgical procedures, including counts of sponges, sharps, and instruments used.
- Collaborate effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and other members of the surgical team.
- Assist in preparing the surgical site by applying sterile drapes and solutions.
- Secure and manage surgical drains and catheters as directed by the surgeon.
Job Description
Qualifications :
1. Completion of an accredited surgical technologist program.
2. May not currently hold a valid nursing license.
3. Personal attributes such as good judgment, dependability and initiative are necessary
Experience :
1. Current LBR experience required, knowledge of patient care and aseptic technique is essential.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Physical Requirements
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and / or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
