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Surgical Technologist I

Quick overview

The Surgical Technologist I assists in the Operating Room by preparing and maintaining the sterile field, ensuring all necessary supplies and equipment are available and functioning. They also anticipate the needs of the surgeon and keep accurate accounts of medications and instruments used during procedures.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a high school diploma and knowledge of surgical procedures through an accredited surgical technology program. Certification as a surgical technologist is preferred, and candidates should possess strong manual dexterity and interpersonal skills.

high schoolInterpersonal SkillsCommunicationTime ManagementTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingManual DexterityPatient CareRegulatory ComplianceSterile Field MaintenanceAttention to DetailStress ManagementPhysical EnduranceSurgical ProceduresEquipment AssemblyEducation and TrainingBloodborne Pathogen Safety

Job description

Summary

This individual fills the role of surgical technologist in the Operating Room.
Surgical Technologist I understand and demonstrate the knowledge of surgical procedures.
Assure all supplies and equipment are available for the procedure and in working condition.
Confirms and/or assembles sterile instruments for use correctly.
Anticipates the needs of the surgeon.
They assist in keeping accurate account of medications, sharps, instruments, and sponges.
They are responsible for maintaining and monitoring the sterile field.

Responsibilities

(30%)
Demonstrates knowledge of surgical procedures and ability to problem solve in relation to the procedure being performed. Verifies items on the physician preference card. Accountable for supplies so that accurate patient charges are billed. (30%)
Demonstrates proper use of equipment, assembling of equipment, disposables as well as cleaning and sterilizing. Assures all equipment, supplies and instruments are assembled correctly and in working condition for the surgical procedure. (30%)
Maintains the sterile environments. Monitors the sterile field and recognizes breaks in technique. (10%)
Sets up sterile field with instruments in a timely manner. Keeps accurate account of all medications, sponges, instruments and sharps on the sterile fields per policy. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrates a positive, courteous and helpful attitude toward patient, visitors, physicians, and co?workers. Develops and maintains good working rapport with interdisciplinary personnel to meet the needs of each patient. Remains calm and efficient when working in stressful situations. Shares information and reports significant changes and/or abnormal findings to appropriate team members. Participates in regulatory surveys. Participates in performance improvement activities. Assists with orientation, ongoing competencies, education, and staff development. Attends and participates in professional association activities and programs to assure being current on regulations, guidelines, and professional standards of care. Remains current on new developments by reading professional journals and attending seminars. Fulfills on?call responsibilities and extra shift coverage as needed. Other duties as assigned.

Certifications and Licensures

Graduate surgical technician waiting to take certification exam or surgical technician not certified. Surgical Technologist I independently scrubs basic surgical procedures. If career ladder implemented at medical center, Surgical Technologist I must complete skills/practice defined for a Surgical Technologist I. Operating room competency must be maintained. Manual dexterity and mechanical skills needed to properly use and hold surgical instruments. Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner. A surgical tech who graduated from a CAAHEP?accredited surgical tech program or military surgical tech training program. Associate in Surgical Technology, certification in surgical technology CST. Surgical Tech who graduated with a certificate who holds the certification Tech in Surgery?Certified TS?C preferred. Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position. Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description. Overall vision and hearing are necessary with or without assisted device(s). Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching. Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required. Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake. Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.
Physical
Demand
Level: Medium. Must be able to occasionally (0?33% of the workday) lift or carry 21?50 lbs., frequently 34?66% of the workday 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67?100% or the workday) 10 lbs.

Surgical Technologist I

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