What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Scrub Technician- PRN position at Northern Arizona Orthopaedics?
The CORE Institute team is dedicated to making the lives of others better by practicing exceptional patient care. If you would like to be part of a dedicated, dynamic healthcare team in a challenging, rewarding environment, The CORE Institute is the right place for you to grow your career.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assists the surgical team during operative procedures as assigned by the RN or physician.
- Actively participates in the planning and set up of all supplies needed for the procedure.
- Hands instruments and supplies to the surgeon and performs other tasks as directed.
- Assists the surgical team in maintaining patient safety through monitoring sterile technique during draping as well as throughout the surgical procedure.
- Responsible for daily sterilization of equipment and supplies.
- Assists with maintaining patient records, ordering and stocking supplies. Communicates supply and equipment repairs to the RN.
- Maintains universal precautions in daily job duties.
- Responsible for sterilization and cleaning the procedure rooms.
- Maintains confidentiality of all patients.
- Attends and participates in staff meetings.
EDUCATION
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge preferred.
- Completion of a Medical Assistant certification is required.
- BLS Mandatory prior to first day
EXPERIENCE
- Minimum one-year experience in outpatient surgery or equivalent of education and experience.
- Experience with computer software is required.
- Medical Assistant certification is required.
- Experience in orthopedics is preferred.
REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of a Medical Assistant certification is required.
- BLS Mandatory prior to first day
KNOWLEDGE
- Knowledge of outpatient procedure room policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of patient safety standards.
- Knowledge of surgical equipment and supplies.
- Knowledge of universal precautions and sterile technique.
SKILLS
- Skill in effective participation on a surgical team.
- Skill in safety and infection control procedures by appropriately setting up a sterile procedure room and monitoring instrument use.
- Skill in equipment maintenance by effectively checking machines and supplies, stocking and initiating maintenance requests.
- Skill in computer applications and EMR systems.
ABILITIES
- Ability to organize and prioritize tasks efficiently.
- Ability to interact with physicians, patients and team members.
- Ability to communicate pertinent information to the RN and surgeon.
- Ability to demonstrate problem-solving skills.
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS
- Normal office environment.
- Some travel within community.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS
- Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment.
- Some bending and stretching required.
- Manual dexterity using a calculator and computer keyboard.
ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- HOPCo Mission, Vision and Values must be read and signed.
This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.
