ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
Performs the role of a resource surgical technologist.
Performs scrub duties according to procedure, demonstrating a high level of skill and efficiency, while displaying the surgical consciousness required within this highly specialized environment.
Works closely with all surgery team to facilitate and coordinate exceptional, efficient, and quality patient care.
Contributes to the team by participating in staff meetings and in-service presentations.
Accountable for accurate counts of sponges, needles and instruments as appropriate before, during and after surgical procedures.
Demonstrates a working knowledge of national patient safety goals.
Acts as preceptor for staff members for all aspects of the OR
Demonstrates collegial behavior of respect and consideration with regard to work environment (i.e. restocking rooms, returning equipment/supplies for other surgical procedures, cleaning work areas/station and or communication as appropriate).
Has a surgical conscience in the principles of aseptic technique in maintaining a sterile environment.
Anticipates the instruments/equipment the surgeon will need next.
Assists in turnover of rooms and preps OR for patients.
Is an active participant in the “Time Out” giving one’s full attention to the process and will speak up if something does not seem right, stopping the line until there is resolution.
Team player who can complete tasks with a high degree of accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
Hold retractors and complete additional tasks at surgeon’s request during procedure.
Handles tissue specimens obtained for laboratory analysis.
Organize and restock the OR following surgical procedure