Under the supervision of the Charge Nurse and/or Director of Surgical Services, the Surgical Technologist is responsible for assisting in provision of nursing care and preparation of the surgical patient in the surgery department. Functions as a member of the sterile team in donning gown and gloves, creating and maintaining a sterile field, and issuing instruments to surgeons. The Surgical Technologist will deliver care in accordance to age specific categories (i.e., neo-natal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients).
RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS): Provides patient care under the direction of the surgeon and registered nurse (RN). Protects patients and team members by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols. Sets up and maintains sterile field.
Prepare the surgical suite and have all equipment/supplies/instruments ready for surgical procedures. Performs gowning, gloving, and draping for all surgical cases. Maintains focus and anticipate needs of physician during procedures.
Performs counts in a systematic and organized manner. Performs appropriate follow up for incorrect counts. Cleans operating room and equipment per established policies.
Cleans and prepares surgical instruments for transportation to the decontamination area. Demonstrates competency to transport or assist in the transportation of patents per departmental procedure. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge through continuing education opportunities including internal and external educational offerings. Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information and participating in team problem-solving methods. Regular attendance and punctuality for scheduled shifts.
Appropriately adapts assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the physical, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each person served. Maintains professional and technical knowledge through continuing education opportunities including internal and external educational offerings. Utilization of assistive devices for lifting is mandatory.
Must adhere to safety protocols at all times. Per DRH policy, all required conditions of employment must be met and maintained including required vaccinations. This position requires respirator and fit testing.
Required testing will be performed on all team members at risk for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet producing procedures, or any caustic chemicals. Implement DRH Standards of Behavior and exhibit behaviors consistent with DRH core values. Performs other related duties as assigned.