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Job Objective: A brief overview of the position.
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The Surgical Technologist, working under the direct supervision of the perioperative nurse, performs the duties of a scrub person. Prepares supplies for case, sets up and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments and supplies to the surgeon, readies used instruments for the cleaning and re-sterilization process. Able to take call independently and can respond for all specialties except cardiac.
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Reports to
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Nursing Director or Nurse Manager as delegated
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Supervises
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None
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Ages of Patients
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Pediatric
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Geriatric
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Blood Borne Pathogens
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High Potential
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Qualifications
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Education
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Required: High School Diploma
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Required: Successful completion of accredited Surgical Technology training program, or equivalent as determined by Director of Perioperative Services
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Licensure/Certification
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Required: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
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Preferred: Certification as a surgical technologist (CST or TS-C)
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Experience
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Required: Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a surgical technologist in an acute multi-specialty environment, evidencing independent performance in a variety of surgical specialties
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Essential Responsibilities
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Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations
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Demonstrates and maintains aseptic technique according to the policies and procedures of Surgical Services
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Demonstrates competency and knowledge of the surgical environment regarding traffic patterns and contamination of the sterile field
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Anticipates surgeons needs by review of preference card and procuring appropriate supplies prior to start of case
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Maintains orderly instrument table and surgical field
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Remains attentive to the progression of the case in order to anticipate surgeon’s needs
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Verbally verifies and labels medications and irrigations on the back table with perioperative nurse
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Maintains and documents accurate sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the perioperative nurse
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Properly disposes of all sharps and biohazardous waste
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Accurately identifies surgical specimen and transfers to the perioperative nurse
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Prepares instruments for cleaning and resterilization
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Assists with putting away supplies and room turnover
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Contributes to maximum efficiency of the surgical line up in order to adhere to surgical start times
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Demonstrates cost effectiveness by using judgment when opening and using supplies
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Keeps current with new intraoperative techniques and equipment through participation in unit based and continuing education
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Acts as a preceptor to new staff and students
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Serve as a role model to new employees and other staff members. Coaches team to anticipate resources
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Communicate effectively with patients, staff members and physicians.
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Manages at least one department project or gives one staff in-service per year
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Assume responsibility for self and ensures that the policies, procedures and safety practices of the Operating Room and Hospital are reinforced
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Use critical thinking to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and perform other duties and responsibilities as required
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Accepts responsibilities only within scope of practice
- Performs other duties as assigned
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Located in the heart of the Coachella Valley, you have access to resort-style living and world-class amenities throughout Southern California.