What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterilization and Preparation Technician position at OhioHealth?
This Surgical Tech position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment where teamwork and collaboration are valued. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for preparing the room and gathering supplies needed for surgical procedures.
The Surgical Technologist and/or Certified Surgical Technologist prepares the room and gathers supplies needed for surgical procedures; delivers instruments and supplies to the surgeon and other members of the surgical team intraoperatively; may function as second assistant to the surgeon; assists in the proper decontamination of the room, supplies, and instruments postoperatively.
- Prepares for surgical cases by obtaining and preparing appropriate supplies, equipment, and instruments, reviews surgeon's preferences to determine required items. Establishes and maintains a sterile field and presents instruments to the operating team.
- Delivers appropriate instruments/supplies utilizing proper principles of sterile technique. Acts as 2nd assistant to surgeon, performing duties related to draping and operative site exposure.
- Responsible for removal of all sharps and initials return card for verification. Can hold extremities. Assist with casting and splinting. Mixes medications on the sterile field once verification by a registered nurse has occurred.
Main Responsibilities:
- Prepares for surgical cases, establishes and maintains a sterile field, and delivers instruments/supplies utilizing proper principles of sterile technique.
- Assists in post-procedure cleaning of the OR/equipment, returns equipment/supplies to proper areas; assists in room re-stocking. May run dart/biologics for sterilizers (annual competency required).
- Participates in unit operations to contribute to efficiency of department, effective communication, quality care, personal growth as well as development, training, and orientation of new personnel.
Essential Skills:
- High School or GED (Required)
- BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
