Surgical Technician (PRN)

Towson, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Surgical Technician (PRN)

1122 Kenilworth Drive Towson MD.

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
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 intra-operatively 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 cost-effective manner
Takes appropriate corrective action if item count is not acceptable (inform surgeon circulating nurse and Center
Leader)
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

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Required Experience:

Surgical Technician (PRN)1122 Kenilworth Drive Towson MD.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 charact...

Surgical Technician (PRN)

1122 Kenilworth Drive Towson MD.