What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Technologist position at Frederick Surgical Center?
Job Details
Job Location: Frederick Surgical Center - Frederick, MD
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: High School
Salary Range: $26.00 - $30.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Health Care
Description
Provides direct and indirect services to the surgical patient under the supervision of the professional nurse and performs tasks as necessary for the efficient and effective functioning of the operating room, as well as the delivery of quality of care.
Responsibilities
- Promotes the mission, vision and values of the organization.
- Performs necessary tasks for a scrub role using technical skills.
- Assures patient/personal safety by maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.
- Ensures proper instrumentation for each procedure.
- Follows all principles of sterile technique.
- Participates in all counts (instrument, sponge sharps, etc.) as necessary.
- Assists with maintenance of supplies and equipment.
- Maintains established Center and departmental policies and procedures.
- Develops and maintains an effective working relationship with patients, families, visitors and other Center employees.
- Documents concisely, precisely and accurately on all records or documents as indicated by policy.
- Participates in quality assessment activities as directed for the continuous improvement of patient care and for the Center.
- Compliance with the attendance policy.
- Adhering to the Principles of Universal Precautions.
- Ability to respond quickly, physically and mentally when priorities and/or the patients condition changes.
- Function independently without constant supervision.
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient and Center related business.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology or LVN license in state of employment.
- Certified in surgical technology preferred (CST or CORT).
- Minimum one year experience.
- Must have and maintain BLS
Salary : $26 - $30