Surgical Scrub Tech

The Surgical Institute of Reading (SIR) is a leading provider of high-quality surgical care, offering a service-oriented environment for patients. With a strong commitment to excellence, SIR has earned recognition among the top 100 hospitals for total joint replacement and spine surgery.

Job Summary

Anesthesia, Gynecology, Orthopedic, Orthopedic Foot & Ankle, Pain Management, Plastic Surgery, Podiatry, General and Spinal Surgery are specialty areas where skilled surgeons perform procedures in our state-of-the-art facility with four operating rooms and one procedure room.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a sterile environment during surgical procedures.
• Assist the circulating nurse and surgical team in maintaining sterility.
• Gather necessary surgical supplies and equipment.
• Conduct sponge, needle, and instrument counts pre-operatively and intra-operative with the circulating nurse.
• Gown and glove surgeons and assistants.
• Update physician preference cards accurately.
• Handle specimens for pathology, confirming source and name with the surgeon.
• Clean and reprocess instrument sets in sterile supply.
• Interact effectively with patients and others from diverse backgrounds.
• FOLLOW Standard Universal Precautions, hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, and safe practices.
• Participate in environmental hazard surveillance, infection control, and emergency preparedness drills.
• Maintain knowledge of equipment usage and safety guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with visitors, physicians, staff, patients, and employees while respecting patient, physician, and employee privacy and confidentiality.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Completion of a Scrub Technician Program with certification required.
• Two years' experience as a Scrub Tech in multiple specialties or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with medical terminology related to anatomy and surgical procedures.