Surgical Technician

• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures and instrumentation
• Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy related to procedure
• Demonstrates knowledge of techniques used by various surgeons for various procedures
• Able to assemble and troubleshoot all equipment as necessary for procedure
• Assures all necessary equipment is in the room prior to the start of a case
• Able to safely operate all electro-surgical equipment, diagnostic equipment, disposable equipment as well as equipment unique to each specialty area
• Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of asepsis and consistently maintains sterile technique
• Pursues professional growth and development
• Attends Hospital sponsored training programs as required by department
• Maintains ERT certification
• Completes annual mandatory in-services
• Maintains technical skill level and adapts to changes in surgical technique and/or operative intervention modalities
• Performs all responsibilities/duties required as defined in the scope of service, to assure that the unique nature of the client is addressed
• Demonstrates a knowledge of sterilization and disinfection as evidenced by practice
• Demonstrates an understanding of operating room sanitation and assists in its maintenance
• Handles all surgical specimens appropriately
• Monitors for and calls attention to breaks in technique. Communicates to Circulating RN and surgeons breaks in technique
• In conjunction with the RN, conducts accurate sponge, needle and instruments count according to departmental policies
• Performs surgical scrub according to departmental policies
• Assists in the positioning of patients under the guidance of the RN or surgeon as needed. Maintains safety of patients
• Takes full responsibility for scheduled on call hours
• Functions as a role model for current and new surgical staff
• Accepts assignment as preceptor for new staff
• Demonstrates a constructive approach during all interactions with staff and Nurse Manager towards the Organization
• Trains and assists (Environmental Services) turnover teams with Operating Room protocol and procedures for new and existing team members
• Technology – Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices
• Meets the technological requirements of the department and unit-specific competencies
• Checks E-mails on a daily basis when scheduled
• Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment
• Successfully answers safety questions in annual mandatory education program
• Understands individual roles/responsibilities during hospital codes (e.g., Code Green, Code Red)
• Utilizes proper body mechanics when performing all aspects of job
• Operates equipment safely
• Maintains a neat, organized work environment
• Knows where to find material safety data sheets (MSDS) for items used to perform job
• Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines

• Graduation from a formal accredited surgical technician training program preferred
• Copy of Surgical Technology program certificate required
• Must be certified within 12 months of completing a Surgical Technology program
• All Surg Techs who did not work prior to 7/1/13 are required to be certified
• OR experience preferred
• CST-ERC - Certified Surgical Technologist (Examination Review Committee)
• BLS - Basic Life Support
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• ERT - Emergency Response Training
• ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST-ERC) - The National Board Of Surgical Technology And Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
• INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

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