What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Technologist - Surgery position at Lima Memorial Health System?
Functioning within the Health System’s mission, values, objectives, procedures and policies, the Surgical Technologist functions within a collaborative approach along with all members of perioperative services to provide quality patient care. The Surgical Technologist assists in the delivery of care for the surgical patient. Case preparation responsibilities include schedule and booking sheet review to verify necessary equipment to be available and complete. The Surgical Technologist assists in moving and positioning patient per Surgeon’s guidelines; participates in time out to confirm procedure and surgeon; and drapes patient within surgeon’s guidelines. The Surgical Technologist also assists the Surgeon with the case as directed including providing retraction of tissue for optimal visualization, demonstrating retraction and instrument technique. The Surgical Technologist functions in all areas of Surgical Services including, but not limited to, General, Ortho, OB/GYN, Open Heart, Podiatry, Robotics, Urology, Neuro, Vascular, ENT, Plastics, Hybrid, Robotic and Laser cases. Judgments are made based upon clinical skills. Once training is completed, Surgical Technologist will be expected to be part of the on-call rotation in the respective area of training. On-call response time within 30 minutes required. On-call frequency will be determined in accordance with departmental guidelines.
Education: Must be a graduate of a surgical technology program, LPN program, or received formal military training as a surgical technician.
Licensure/Certification: BLS required.
Required:
Graduate of surgical technology program. Certified Surgical Technologist preferred; or
Valid unrestricted LPN license for the State of Ohio plus 2 years of experience as a Surgical Technician; or
Verification of academic training in a military setting plus 2 years experience as a Surgical Technician.
Experience: Required to complete formal training.
Skills: Must have a willingness to train in all facets of Surgical Services including, but not limited to, CVOR, Ortho, General, OB/GYN, Urology, ENT, Neuro, Vascular, Plastics, Hybrid, Robotics, and Laser cases. Must be a highly motivated, dependable individual willing to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment. Must also have excellent interpersonal skills including the demonstrated ability to communicate in a professional manner with patients and their families, coworkers and physicians. A professional attitude and demeanor is required at all times. Must demonstrate flexibility with work schedule changes. Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and quickly adapt to change throughout the shift. Must also possess strong organizational and prioritization skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
