- Prepares the operating room and the sterile field for surgical procedures by preparing sterile supplies, instruments and equipment using sterile techniques.
* - Demonstrates knowledge of human anatomy and pathophysiology and how it relates to the patient and surgical procedure.
* - Performs tasks in the sterile field.
* Performs in the role of scrub nurse according to the plan of patient care and departmental staffing needs.
* Performs duties according to department specific expectations as identified and assigned.
* Assists with patient care activities under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse.
* Anticipates usual and unexpected events during the surgical procedure and responds in an efficient manner.
* Adheres to aseptic practices providing and maintaining a safe environment.
* Adheres to aseptic practices providing and maintaining a safe environment.
* Functions in the role of assistant as necessary under the direct supervision of the surgeon.
* Demonstrates an appropriate level of understanding, awareness, and compliance with applicable Joint Commission, Federal, State and agency laws, regulations, guidelines and professional standards.
Qualifications
Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or completion of on the job training as a scrub tech with minimum of 5 years' experience or Completion of an accredited medical personnel program such as but not limited to CNA, Medical Assistant, LPN, EMT I / II, or SPD tech who are willing to do on the job training with a structured competency regimen.
BLS is required upon hire. (Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include the following: American Heart Association: Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.)
Verbal and non-verbal communication skills
Manual dexterity skills
Good interpersonal relationship skills
Computer skills
Ability to work under stressful and changing conditions in a calm, productive and flexible manner
Ability to stand for long periods of time -
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Description
OverviewThis position performs technical duties that support the plan of care developed and implemented for the surgical patient. The position contributes to the department goals through the provision of quality services.
Responsibilities
* Performs surgical technology tasks and functions that are performed with other members of the surgical team that includes:
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