Surgical Technician
Surgical Technician
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Job Description
The Orthopaedic Surgery Center of Ocala is outpatient surgery center specializing in orthopaedic surgeries such as total joint replacements joint arthroscopies hand surgeries. We believe in compassionate patient centered care where patients feel comfortable and safe. The center is home to three board certified orthopaedic surgeons who have served Ocala and their North Central Florida neighbors for more than 25 years.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for rendering professional care to patients undergoing surgical procedures within the Center in accordance with established procedures. Functions cooperatively with physicians and staff exhibiting teamwork characteristics. May be responsible for ensuring proper care and use of surgical instruments. May transport patients to and from operating room or procedure room. Assists with cleanliness of procedure room area and assists with procedure room turnover.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school Diploma or equivalent
- Graduate of an approved operating room technical program (preferred) Certification per state requirements
- BLS certification
- One 1 year experience as a surgical technologist (preferred) Membership in CST association (preferred)
- Able to read write and communicate in English
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to the Code of Conduct
- Complies with center policies and procedures
- Demonstrates an attitude that is caring respectful sensitive tactful compassionate empathetic and tolerant o Provides a safe environment for the patient
- Communicates safety concerns appropriately following Chain of Command
- Legibly documents when appropriate based on Center policy/procedure
- Promotes patient and physician satisfaction
- Uses proper cleaning and sterilization techniques as specific in the policy and procedures and per manufacturers instructions for use
- Practices appropriate aseptic techniques and sterile processes
- Wears appropriate Personal Protected Equipment (PPE)
- Observes universal precautions
- Refers situations beyond ability or function to proper person
- Attends all required education
- Regular and predictable attendance
- Performs other related duties as assigned or requested
Operating Room
- Assists with the utilization of protective padding specific to patients skin integrity status and position for surgery or procedures
- Maintains anesthetized patients proper body alignment as determined by procedure
- Plans for proposed surgical intervention by selecting appropriate equipment and supplies following physician preference
- Assists RN in the performance of duties assigned per Center policy/procedure
- Provides input to the circulating nurse in the identification of patient problems
- Performs item count to include but not limited to sponges sharps and instruments pre intra and post operatively per policy and procedures
- Ensures availability of appropriate supplies and equipment intraoperatively i.e. ground pads etc.
- Labels medications on the sterile field per Center policy/procedure
- Initiates corrective action for breaks in aseptic technique
- Handles tissue specimens correctly and accurately according to policy and procedures
- Follows standards for sharps safety according to facility policy and procedure
- Follows standard for electrosurgical safety according to facility policy and procedure
- Utilizes supplies in a costeffective manner
- Takes appropriate corrective action if item count is not acceptable (inform surgeon circulating nurse and CenterLeader)
- Follows standards for disposal of biohazard waste according to Center policy and procedure
- Identifies sequesters and reports malfunctioning equipment to the Registered Nurse/Center Leader
- Operates specialty equipment per manufacturers recommendation for use and/or policy and procedure
- Assists with the orientation of new personnel
- Actively participates in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) activities
- Assists in policy and procedure review and updates (as required)
- Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs current literature and in service meetings
- Actively participates in the time out
Teamwork
- Works collaboratively with healthcare team
- Exhibits high level of integrity
- Maintains flexibility and performs other duties as required
- Participates in staff meetings inservices and continuing education as required
We are an equal opportunity employer. We offer competitive pay medical dental and vision plans and a work life balance (PTO).
Apply Now! Come Join our Team! We offer Competitive Pay Medical Dental and Vision Plans 401K plan plus Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
We do not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of an individuals race color national or ethnic origin religion age sex gender sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability or any other prohibited category set forth in federal or state regulations. Must pass a background check and drug screen.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
