Job Qualifications

EDUCATION Required

High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) may include specialized or vocational courses

EXPERIENCE Preferred

Central processing sterilization OR instrumentation power equipment and orthopedic implants Central processing sterilization OR instrumentation power equipment and orthopedic implants Demonstrated knowledge of orthopedic instrumentation. Ability to articulate and demonstrate sterile processing procedures

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Continuous physical exertion Continuous physical exertion is such as walking/pushing/climbing and lifting material or equipment of heavy weight (50 lbs. or more) Examples: grounds staff and EMS.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor area with frequent exposure Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust fumes temperature and noise. Examples: patient care providers and laboratory technicians.

HAZARDS

OSHA Category 1

Tasks that involve exposure to blood body fluids tissues and other potentially infectious materials

Position & Unit Accountabilities AKA Competencies

• Prepares room before the case and breaks down at the end of case to facilitate rapid case turnover in preparation for the next patient. Setup sterile table checks equipment instruments medications/solutions and supplies needed preoperatively for the surgical procedure and communicates needs to the circulator. Facilitates efficient turnover time by prioritizing activities.

Setup sterile table checks equipment instruments medications/solutions and supplies needed preoperatively for the surgical procedure and communicates needs to the circulator.

• Demonstrates safe practice and complies with all standards concerning infection control and safety. Complies with policies and procedures concerning infection control and safety in order to maintain a safe and comfortable environment for patients families visitors and staff. Demonstrates competency safety and use of standard precautions to those tasks and aspects of patient care assigned per OR standard.

• Demonstrates Clinical Standards: Identifies assembles maintains and demonstrates proper use of instrumentation and equipment for various surgical procedures. Performs initial second and final counts (including at relief) in accordance with AORN standards and hospital policy. Handles and passes all instruments and equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Verify the name of the specimen and transport media with the surgeon and circulating nurse prior to leaving the surgical field. Obtains necessary supplies and equipment to support the surgical procedure. Maintains knowledge of the location of implants supplies equipment and instrumentation. Performs surgical hand scrub and dons gowns and gloves in accordance with AORN and hospital policy for self assistants and surgeons. Anticipates and responds appropriately to the needs of the surgeon. Reviews follows and updates surgeon preference cards in collaboration with CN III.

• Setup sterile table checks equipment instruments medications/solutions and supplies needed preoperatively for the surgical procedure and communicates needs to the circulator.