What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgery Tech- Fulltime position at Surgery Center of Anchorage?
Job Summary and Qualifications
Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the Surgical Tech contributes to the company's mission and vision by assisting with the provision of safe and effective nursing care in accordance with a defined scope of practice within the operating room. This may include:
- Direct patient care and observation, scrubbing and assisting the surgeon at the operative field.
- Surgical room turnover between cases, collection and recording of pertinent clinical data in the medical record.
- Consistent collaboration with the Registered Nurse in clinical decision making.
The surgical technician is responsible for demonstrating necessary practical, technical, or specialized skills required for the role in accordance with Association of Surgical Technologists.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing the operative suite for surgery by checking and gathering supplies, equipment, and instruments.
- Ensure that surgical asepsis is maintained in the handling of instruments, sponges, sutures, drains, needles, and dressings.
- Prepare procedure room for use the following day by bringing in equipment, setting up, 'pulling cases' accurately, and reporting to supervisor items that are needed and not available.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program (preferred).
- One year experience in an operating room setting (preferably in an ambulatory surgery center).
- Valid BCLS Certification upon employment.
About Surgery Center of Anchorage
We have been caring for residents of Alaska since 2010, maintaining the highest performance standards. Our services include ENT, colorectal, gastroenterology, plastics, urology, gynecology, and general surgeries.
