Surgical Technologist - Surgery

JOB TITLE : Surgical Technologist - Surgery

DEPARTMENT : OPERATING ROOM

EXEMPT FROM OVERTIME : No

JOB SUMMARY

With a patient centered culture, the Surgical Technologist will provide a positive experience to customers by providing surgeons with instruments and supplies, preparation of the sterile field, passing instruments, and verifying sponge, needles and instrument count. The Technician has an understanding of the surgical procedure and anticipates needs of the surgeon to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure. All duties are performed within OSHA, The Joint Commission, AORN, and department policies and procedures

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education :

• Associate's Degree (Required)
• High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Experience / Physical Requirements :

Heavy WorkExerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and / or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently and / or in excess of 20 lbs. of force constantly.Successful completion of a Surgical Technology program or a LPN / Surgical Technician with previous surgical scrubbing experience; experience normally acquired through on-the-job training in an OR setting is preferred.

Licensure / Certification :

Mission : To enhance the health of the communities we serve, one person at a time.

Vision : Our exceptional team will provide an extraordinary patient experience, compassionate care and clinical excellence.

Values : Integrity

Commitment

Accountability

Respect

Excellence

JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Equipment SkillsDemonstrates essential skills to use all equipment connected to job responsibilities to provide clinical excellence one patient at a time. Job SkillsPossesses the job skills and knowledge to perform the job in a competent team oriented manner. The skills are demonstrated in day-to-day situations to provide clinical excellence one patient at a time. PlanningAllocates appropriate instruments and supplies for each case to provide extraordinary patient care and clinical excellence one patient at a time. SafetyUnderstands every safety practice expected by Mon Health. The individual must engage in practices that decrease the risk of accidents, injuries or equipment failures.Technical SkillsPossesses the technical skills and knowledge required to perform essential tasks in an efficient and effective manner to provide clinical excellence one patient at a time.

Work Schedule : Varies

Status : PRN

Location : Mon Health Medical Center Main Campus

Location Of Job : Mon Health Medical Center

Disclaimer :

I understand that this document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The statements in the documents are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

ADA DISCLAIMER :

This description does not state or imply that the duties listed above are the only duties to be performed by the positions incumbent. Employees are required to follow job-related instructions and perform other job-related activities requested by their supervisors. All requirements are subject to possible modification to provide a reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical or mental disabilities as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, the patients, or other employees.