CV Team Cert Surgical Tech

Job description

Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family. Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below. JD Attached* Minimum Requirements: - Must currently be enrolled and remain enrolled in accredited Surgical Technology Program - First semester of program completion is required - Current BLS card (American Heart Association) General Purpose of Job: A surgical technology student assists the surgeon and other professional and technical personnel in carrying out Operating Room and Surgical functions under the direct supervision of the certified surgical technologist and or circulating RN. Assisted care is administered under the direct supervision of the certified surgical technologist and or professional operating room nurse. The patient care population includes infants, children, adolescents, and adults. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : All essential duties and responsibilities must be performed under the direct supervision and guidance of the certified surgical technologist and or circulating RN. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed 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. Maintains utmost level of confidentiality at all times. Adheres to hospital policies and procedures. Demonstrates business practices and personal actions that are ethical and adhere to corporate compliance and integrity guidelines. Communicates in a manner that encourages a positive work environment Takes problems to the appropriate person for help with resolution Refrain from negative talk and gossip Works together to promote teamwork Demonstrates competency in scrub role Can verbalize needs for frequently done procedures in assigned service Questions surgeon before procedure for any anticipated variances in particular procedures. Is knowledgeable of setup and usage of service equipment Uses sterilizers effectively and can verbalize knowledge of systems. Maintains a safe environment for the patient, physician and staff at sterile field, as well as throughout the CVOR. Sets up CVOR appropriately for procedure Takes into account size of patient in selection of supplies, equipment Breaks down room after procedure utilizing standard precautions Assists surgical team before, during and after surgical intervention, including cleanup and getting patients when needed. Assists in maintenance, care and cleanliness of department, supplies, equipment, and instruments. Handles instruments, equipment in a manner that minimizes breakage, damage Reports damage, breakage and removes item from usage. Transports instruments back to decontamination in closed carts following cases. Is knowledgeable of process improvement activities in unit and assists as requested Participates in staff meeting on a routine basis Utilizes self directed learning activities to maintain competency and above. Education and/or Experience: Current enrollment in accredited Surgical Technology Program First semester of program completion is required. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CPR certified (American Heart Assoc. BLS)