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Job detail

Certified Surgical Technologist - Operating Room

Halifax Health

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#Patient Care #Healthcare #Operating Room #Surgical Procedures #Scrub Nurse #Surgical Instruments #Sterilization #Aseptic Technique #Surgical Assisting #Trauma Center #Surgical Technologist #NBSTSA

Full Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

Location

Daytona Beach, Florida

Quick overview

The Certified Surgical Technologist assists surgeons and nurses in the operating room by maintaining aseptic technique and preparing surgical equipment. They are responsible for organizing cases, handling instruments, and ensuring the safety and readiness of the surgical environment for diverse patient populations.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a high school diploma or GED and have graduated from an accredited surgical technologist program. Certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting is required, with one year of experience preferred.

high schoolprofessional certificateCommunication skillsInfection controlEmergency responsePatient monitoringManual dexterityInstrument sterilizationAseptic techniquePatient preparationTrauma careSurgical instrumentationSurgical assistance

Job description

Night (United States of America) Certified Surgical Technologist - Operating Room The Certified Surgical Tech will function under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, will accept responsibility for observing aseptic technique while preparing and assisting with surgical procedures.
The Tech will display a thorough understanding of equipment, supplies, and procedures that are being performed, will make adequate provisions for meeting the needs of the newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient and additionally anticipate the physician needs and meet them with the assistance of the Circulating Nurse. - High School diploma or GED equivalent required. - Graduated from an accredited surgical technologist program. - Certified by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. - One (1) year of previous experience preferred. - Good manual dexterity required. - Provides and maintains a safe physical environment. - Appraises cleanliness of room and equipment prior to preparation of case. - Checks operational efficiency of all necessary equipment prior to use. - Verifies appropriate sterilization of supplies, equipment, and implants. - Is aware of and adheres to policies regarding electrical and fire safety. - Applies principles of electrosurgical safety. - Monitors aseptic technique constantly, taking corrective action as necessary. - Handles instruments with care, replacing any instrument in need of repair; takes separate care of delicate instruments. - Knows policies and applies principles and procedures in handling contaminated cases. - Maintains assigned room in a constant state of readiness (room stocked, bed made, etc.). - Performs all duties of the scrub nurse, working under the direction and with the assistance of a Registered Nurse. - Establishes priorities by organizing daily cases and being prepared for procedures. - Demonstrates awareness of legal responsibilities.
Counts all instruments, sponges, sharps, and needles with circulating nurse as appropriate according to hospital policy. - Assists in the preparation of the patient for surgery. - Assists physician in the performance of procedure. - Follows policies and procedures relating to proper handling of specimens and cultures. - Assists in activities at completion of procedure. - Handles unusual incidents appropriately. - Exhibits flexibility, motivation, and initiative in performance of duties. - Demonstrates ability to function effectively in trauma/emergency situations. - Demonstrates good cost containment practices. - Reports to work as scheduled and conforms to working hours. - Demonstrates good communication skills. - Possesses knowledge and skills to care for newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. - Assumes responsibility for ensuring continued personal and professional growth. - Performs other related duties as assigned.
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