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Idaho Falls Community Hospital • Full-time • Idaho Falls, ID, US • 1w ago

Job Details

Job Location: Idaho Falls Community Hospital - Idaho Falls, ID

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Certified Surgical Technologist

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Category: Health Care

Description

Idaho Falls Community Hospital is looking for a Scrub Tech to join our team!

JOB SUMMARY: The Operating Room Scrub assists the surgeon at the sterile field by providing appropriate and adequate sterile instruments and other supplies during the operative procedures. Maintains the surgical field through aseptic practices. Works under the supervision of the Surgery Team Leader as a member of the perioperative team. Assists in the nursing care and preparation of the surgical patient for surgery and performs routine and delegated duties according to the standards of practice and policies of the facility and department. Facilitates and demonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors at all times.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The OR Scrub:

Is responsible for the setting up and performance of surgical cases by assembly of equipment and supplies according to physician preference.
Is responsible for the setting up and performance of surgical cases by opening sterile pack, supplies, and instruments according to sterile technique.
Prepares sterile field, including sponge, needle, and instrument counts when needed. Ensures the sterility of supplies and instrumentations used during operative procedures.
Works cooperatively in the clean up of the operating room following surgery, including the proper disposal of used supplies and sharps, the cleaning and decontamination of instruments, equipment and operating room.
Handles specimens according to proper procedure.
May act as an assistant to the circulating nurse in preparing the patient for surgery, positioning the patient in the appropriate position, and moving the patient to and from operating table. Assists the circulator in other duties as directed.
Demonstrates understanding and utilization of principles of asepsis in all duties.
Uses supplies conservatively and efficiently.
During surgical procedures:
1. Passes instruments to the surgeon and the assistant.
2. Is attentive to the operative area by being alert for breaks in technique.
3. Maintains an attitude of willingness to assist with the surgical procedure.
4. Is aware of the location of all instruments, needles, sponges, and specimens.
Assists the circulator with responsibilities for intra-operative safety related to infection control, prevention of exposure to blood-borne pathogens, and handling hazardous material.
Prepares soiled instruments for cleaning. Assists as needed in the decontamination and reprocessing of instruments.
Works cooperatively with other staff in putting unused supplies and equipment away and restocking rooms.
Adheres to and practices MVH Compliance Program and participates in Performance Improvement activities.
Performs on-call duties for emergency surgeries
Maintains professional competency through appropriate continuing education.
Is fully knowledgeable of policies and procedures specific to the department of surgical services.
Performs job duties in agreement with AST Standards of Practice.
Assists with any other duties as deemed necessary.

BENEFITS:

Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Idaho Falls Community Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
Education Reimbursement Program
Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Idaho Falls Community Hospital and Mountain View Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.

ABOUT IDAHO FALLS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL:

At Idaho Falls Community Hospital, helping our community get better is our number one priority. We are committed to providing compassionate, emergency care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Idaho Falls Community Hospital is proud to have a state-of-the-art Emergency Department, a stroke and diagnostic cardiac center, and a trauma center.

Our work environment is collaborative, purpose driven and people centric. Our culture is unique and it is what makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference, we have a place for you on our team.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technician Program (Certification required). Current BLS required.

Experience: Experience preferred, but not required.

Equipment/Technology: Must have basic computer skills.

Language/Communication: Must have the ability to effectively read, write, and speak English.

Mathematical Skills: Basic

Mental Capabilities: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Can adapt to rapidly changing workloads due to changes in the surgery census. Can frequently and consistently make sound judgments.

Interpersonal: Works well with others.

Performance: Can work well under pressure and meet multiple and competing deadlines.

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