Surgical Support Technician

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Position Summary

Performs a variety of skills and procedures to assist the OR team and/or physician assuring that the appropriate instrumentation, supplies and equipment are available to meet patient care needs.

High School Diploma or GED - Required

Experience in the surgical area - Preferred

BLS – Required

Maintains excellent interpersonal communication with the health care team colleagues

Reduces the risk of healthcare acquired infections through compliance with current CDC hand hygiene guidelines and facility policies

Utilizes standard precautions during patient contact and when handling contaminated materials

Maintains ethical principles with patient care and all other aspects of work and keeps all patient or colleague information confidential

Completes required mandatory competencies by deadline and required in-services and meetings

Reviews the surgery schedule and consults with managers to assure availability of specialty supplies, prosthesis and equipment.

Reviews, revises, and communicates correct information for the case equipment and supply needs throughout the shift.

Reviews procedural packs and supplies to ensure sterility and ensures all supplies/equipment are available and pulled accurately per preference card.

Monitors and maintains special equipment, communicating any issues or malfunctioning. Transporting/setting up needed equipment/supplies as requested.

Performs special skills and procedures requiring knowledge of sterile technique.

Possess the information, skill, and understanding of the work to be performed.  Actively participates in continuing education opportunities and maintains certifications, licensure as appropriate.

Reduces the risk of healthcare acquired infections through compliance with current CDC hand hygiene guidelines and facility policies including the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), if applicable.  Utilizes standard precautions during patient contact and when handling contaminated materials.  Demonstrates compliance with National Patient Safety Goals.

Complies with all standards, policies and procedures including dress code, attendance and punctuality.  Attends required in-services and meetings and completes all mandatory competencies by deadline.  Commits to keeping all patient, student or colleague information confidential and maintains excellent interpersonal communication with the health care team colleagues.

Emphasizes a holistic approach to patient care-attending to body, mind, and spirit while upholding ethical principles with patient care and all other aspects of work.  Actively involves the patient and family in decisions about care.  Promotes quality care by participating in organizational councils/committees and/or support of related process.  Documents services provided to patients in the electronic medical record in accordance with policy and requirements. 

The purpose of this job description is to provide a summary of the major responsibilities performed by colleagues in this position. Colleagues may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.  Variances in job duties performed may exist between facilities, and colleagues may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements Category:

Patient Care Support

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting

X

50 lbs.

Carrying

X

50 lbs.

Pushing

X

50 lbs.

Pulling

X

50 lbs.

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Use of Hands/Dexterity

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Extreme Cold

X

Extreme Heat

X

Humid

X

Wet

X

Noise

X

Hazards

X

Temperature Change

X

Positions in this category may experience a

temperature change in his/her work environment.

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Vibration

X

Other