Surgical Technologist - Family Birthing Center

SCOPE OF POSITION: Working under the direction of the RN, the Surgical Technologist functions in the Family Birthing Center as a surgical scrub performing a variety of technical and other activities following established methods and procedures. Salary Range: $34-$44/hr

Assist the surgeon as a scrub technologist or assistant, providing and assisting with instrumentation and supplies as needed. Perform sponge, instrument and sharp counts according to FBC policy; maintain knowledge and practice of sterile techniques. Ensure patient safety as well as safety for team members and self.

Scrub according to O. R. policy and AORN standards. Be aware of breaks in technique and immediately report them and initiate intervention.

Anticipate physician’s needs as it relates to the specific procedure and patient population. Maintain awareness of room assignments; participate in setup and clean-up; maintain required supplies, instruments and equipment according to type of case; care for specimens and cultures. Performing sponge, instrument and sharp counts according to the FBC Policy, maintains knowledge and practice of sterile techniques.

Promote teamwork and effective working relationships. Manage time efficiently. Assume educational and professional development.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Program. Surgical Technologist certification. Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.

Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time. Ability to see tiny objects (i.e. small needles, eye sutures, ear tubes, prosthesis and lenses). Manual dexterity and coordination in order to assemble complicated equipment (drills & lasers).

Ability to work in a time-oriented environment including exposure to all patients’ elements (i.e., blood-borne pathogens) Physical

lifting and pulling of patients, heavy supplies, pushing stretchers, and standing and walking. May be exposed to environmental hazards such as anesthetic gases or by-products. Exposure to radiation, hazardous chemicals, toxins, electrical hazards and loud noises.

BLS certification required. Must have basic computer skills and the ability to access the internet and other programs applicable to Waterbury Hospital procedures. Perform automated functions that fall within job responsibility.

Part time · Night shift