GENERAL SUMMARY:

Functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team providing a safe environment for all age groups of surgical patients; assists the perioperative nurse with patient care; prepares and maintains supplies in the operating room (OR) while maintaining a professional and efficient manner; assures that procedure preparations are based on individual patient and anticipates the needs of the surgeon.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.

2. *Functions in the scrub role by preparing, organizing, and anticipating needed instruments, supplies, and equipment for safe patient care and operative procedure.

3. *Will not first assist with any procedure; will not do any incision closures.

4. *May apply skin staples when skin edges have been approximated by credentialed physician/PA/APRN.

5. *May apply skin sealant and steristrips as part of the dressing after skin has been closed.

6. *Defines and practices aseptic technique and infection control principles as they apply to the OR.

7. *Safely and efficiently passes surgical instruments and supplies in the operating room (OR) and labor and delivery room (LDR); properly identifies, preserves and manages tissue and fluid specimens and cultures.

8. *Manages supplies, instruments and equipment appropriately according to Medical Center procedure.

9. *Assists the nurse in perioperative care of the patient including transporting and positioning; counts/preps surgical instruments and supplies.

10. *Delivers medications (drugs or biologicals) received in the surgical suite to the appropriate operating room via case cart or medication cart.

11. *Handles and prepares medication for use on the sterile field in the operating room under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and physician.

12. Participates in continuous quality improvement measures to achieve positive patient outcomes; provides patient care in accordance with patient's rights; participates and practices safety through active prevention and precautions; assures personal/visitor safety through measures of prevention and universal precautions.

13. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.

14. Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned.

15. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of the principles and practices of aseptic technique.

2. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions.

3. Knowledge of all types of OR procedures.

4. Knowledge of equipment, instruments, and supplies used in the operating room.

5. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision.

6. Ability to react quickly and respond appropriately in emergency situations.

7. Ability to effectively interact with patient’s family members, multi-disciplinary team members and students.

8. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

9. Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information.

10. Ability to practice proper body mechanics to ensure personal and customer/patient safety.

11. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from a Surgical Technology program required. Surgical Technologist Certification desired. Prior experience working as a Surgical Technologist required.

OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:

Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required. Bryan Health recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals) and the Military Training Network.