What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Technologist PT position at USPI?
SURGICAL SCRUB TECH - PART TIME
Teton Outpatient Services seeks a Part Time Surgical Technologist.
Job Summary:
Ensure proper care and use of surgical instruments. Anticipate the needs of the surgical team. Establish and maintain a sterile field during surgical procedures in the operating room.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform specified functions to meet the requirements of each approved procedure.
- Assemble supplies and equipment for scheduled procedures according to physicians' preference cards.
- Inspect equipment for proper working condition.
- Follow principles of aseptic technique and prescribed operating/procedure room procedures.
- Maintain a sterile field during surgical procedures.
- Confirm that instruments work properly.
- Maintain availability of instruments and supplies to avoid delays.
- Report observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and take action according to policy.
- Correctly use, care for, clean, and sterilize instruments, supplies, and equipment as directed.
- Handle equipment and instruments correctly to provide appropriate availability and safety.
- Assist in maintaining adequate supplies in the operating room for immediate access during procedure.
- Assist in storing and stocking supplies as directed.
- Maintain and update instrument cards and surgeons' preference cards.
- Respond in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patient and physician.
- Document patient-care records and other forms according to facility policies and procedures.
- Accurately advise others responsible for care of the patient about the patient's status.
- Assist with room turnover/room cleaning throughout the day for optimal patient flow.
Who We Are:
USPI creates relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and health care systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.
USPI is committed to an inclusive culture. An inclusive culture is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity.
Required Skills:
- High School Diploma / GED.
- Completion of a Surgical Technician Program and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Certification as required by state and/or center.
- 1-2 years of operating room experience as a Scrub Tech in multiple specialties.
- BLS Certification.
