Surgical Technologist, 1.0
Location: Bremerton Washington
Description: Harrison Medical Center is currently interviewing Surgical Technologist, 1.0 right now, this occupation will be placed in Washington. More complete informations about this occupation opportunity kindly read the description below. Responsible for the preoperative planning and preparation for surgical intervention, individualized to meet the needs of each patient and his/her surgeon, applyi! ng age-specific guidelines. Scrubs on all surgical specialties, aides in the preparation and discharge of the surgical patient, including patient transport and transfer. Participates in Q.A. improvement activities, meets certification and educational requirements and demonstrates knowledge and compliance with the AST Standards of Practice and AORN's Standards and Recommended Practices.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions .
EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Graduation from accredited Surgical Technologist school, or military surgical technologist program.
LICENSE / CERTIFICATION / REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
Washington State Registered Surgical Techno! logist license.
Current Basic Life Support Card (BLS)! .
CONTINUING EDUCATION & COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:
Continuing education and/or licensing requirements:
Mandatory educational offerings, as per Harrison Medical Center policy
Population Specific continuing competency requirements:
Knowledge and expertise in providing care to assigned population
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Minimum of 1 year surgical technologist experience in all surgical specialties.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
Demonstrated skills in collaboration, teamwork and problem-solving to achieve goals
Demonstrated skills in verbal communication and listening
Demonstrated skills in providing excellent service to customers
Demonstrated skills in sterile techniques, accountability, and mechanical knowledge
Ability to stand long hours and work in a pressured environment
Anticipatory, organizational, interpersonal relationship and communicat! ion skills
ENVIRONMENTAL / JOB CONDITIONS:
Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals or Substances and/or Infection:
Risk of exposure to infectious disease during all patient contacts
Risk of exposure to hazardous chemicals/substances
Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens:
Risk of exposure to Bloodborne pathogens during all patient contacts
Regularly exposed to Bloodborne pathogens and unpleasant elements (sights, sounds, and smells), exposure to electro-mechanical and fume hazards. Stressful, challenging environment, emotional health and stamina are important. Scrub attire required
Personal Protective Equipment Required:
Gown, gloves, goggles/mask shields, shoe covers/booties, head covering; provided
ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Assists in orienting new staff members. Participates in peer evaluation. Acts as preceptor and provides comprehensive input to orientee eva! luations.
Prioritizes patient care needs effectively. Assists ! in patient care as appropriate. Trouble shoots problems, acts as a resource person. Is self-directed, as reflected by taking needed action before being asked. Seizes opportunities and does more than the minimum required.
Participates in on-going development of professional knowledge. Collaborates with members of the health care profession and other citizens in promoting efforts to address the health care needs of the public. Actively seeks professional development by participating in community and/or professional organizations.
Identifies and reports to the Director, or his/her designee, conditions that may exist and could negatively affect the health, safety and well being of patients or coworkers.
Assists other members of team with terminal cleanup of room, in readiness for next patient.
Attends, contributes and documents 75% of staff meetings. Attends, documents and contributes to 90% of staff meetings a year.
Checks supplies ! and equipment needed for surgical procedure; maintains knowledge of surgical preference (scrub, gown, and glove). Sets up sterile table with instruments, sutures, blades, electrosurgical equipment, suction, and solutions needed for procedure.
Observes patient for unusual responses. Identifies unusual or emergency situations and utilizes sound judgment to correct and institute established procedures, in a calm and efficient manner.
Counts sponges, needles, and instruments with circulator prior to procedure and before incision is closed. Checks trays and equipment for completeness. Counts contain signature of surgical technologist on operative record. Events are factually documented and records are legible and complete. Unusual events are reported to circulator.
Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure. Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization. Helps to drape the sterile field. Prepares sterile dressings. Fo! llow rules of asepsis; conscientiously carries out contamination contro! l measures. Manages contaminated instruments and supplies during and after operative procedure to prevent spread of infection. Verifies exposure to sterilization process and integrity of sterile packaging. Opens supplies aseptically, according to Association of Operating Room Nurse (AORN) standards.
Anticipates surgeon's needs, such as instruments, sponges sutures, and places them in his/her hand in a manner that the surgeon need not divert attention from the operative field, as reported by feedback from surgeons. Displays dexterity in the use of surgical instruments throughout the procedure.
Before each surgery, checks autoclave tape for type and evidence of sterilization process. Check expiration dates before use. Checks wrappers or packaging for patency. Checks for "turned" indicators in all steamed trays, as observed by Supervisor.
Before each surgery, checks all labels of solution or drugs placed on the field with the circulating nurse.
Supports and enforces infection control practices, including body substance isolation and the use of personal protective equipment. Complies with infection control policies and procedures.
Uses proper transfer techniques and body mechanics.
Appropriately collects all specimens for laboratory analysis, as ordered by the surgeon.
Demonstrates ability to "breakdown" room and deliver used equipment/ instruments to the dirty area in accepted manner. Disposes sharps in proper receptacle. Offers suggestions/solutions for improvement of current methods of room breakdown.
Adheres to the Association of Surgical Technologist's (AST) code of ethics at all times in relationship to patients and all members of the healthcare team. Maintains professional standards for conduct, patient care and patient confidentiality. Reports any unethical conduct or practice of health care team members to proper authority.
Displays loyalty to administration! and to the hospital. Refrains from discussing hospital problems with, ! or in the presence of, the patient, family and customers. Discourages misinformation/rumors about Harrison Medical Center in a public setting, as self reported.
Acts as a patient advocate at all times. Recognizes that each patient is a unique, holistic human being with individual needs. Explains all procedures being done and maintains a calm environment. Problem solves and corrects situations where respect may be compromised, as observed by Supervisor.
Collaborates effectively with other team members. Supports, encourages and assists others. Seeks compromise and (win/win) resolutions to conflict, as observed by Supervisor and peers.
Keeps surgical procedure manuals or cards that enumerate surgeons' preferences current. Reviews cards, tray before procedures. Notifies circulator of surgeon's request for changes/additions to preference card.
Checks all equipment for working order and reports or corrects unusual conditions. Inspects emergency! equipment and supplies for condition and quality on a daily basis.
Consistently meets patient needs in the most cost-effective manner. Opens supplies only as called for; double checks costly supply needs with surgeon and circulator. Substitutes appropriate materials, if item is on back order.
Demonstrates the willingness and ability to rotate assignments, as appropriate. Volunteers for more difficult tasks and assignments, as documented by peer evaluation and observation
Must have regular, reliable, predictable attendance in performance of essential job functions.
During an emergency, disaster, or catastrophic event, which places life or property in jeopardy, employee may be assigned to any disaster service activity that promotes the protection of public health and safety. Assignment might require serving at a location, at times and/or under conditions that significantly differ from employee's normal work assignments. As an employee of H! arrison Medical Center, employee may be directed to perform a role othe! r than their regular job, by a superior or by law.
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This occupation starts available on: Wed, 17 Apr 2013 18:21:10 GMT