SURGERY TECH-KNOX CO

Appalachian Regional Healthcare • Full-time • Barbourville, KY, US • 1m ago

Overview

Assists surgeon during operative and invasive procedures. Assures operating suite is adequately prepared for procedure. Monitors PAR level of all surgical instruments and supplies. Cleans and sterilizes all surgical instruments. Participates in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities.

Responsibilities

Surgical technologists work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse/Surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgicalProcedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, thatEquipment functions properly and that the operative procedure is conductedUnder conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologistsMust possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and asepticTechnique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgicalProcedures and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate aPhysician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.Surgical technologists are individuals with specialized education who functionAs members of the surgical team in the role of scrub person.

The surgical technologist handles the instruments, supplies

And equipment necessary during the surgical procedure.

He/she has an understanding of the procedure being

Performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon.

He/she has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure

And is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile

Field.

Qualifications

Education

• High School graduate or equivalent.• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Program• Current Operating Room Technician Certification (preferred)• Current BCLS Certification.

Language Skills:• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Skills:• Basic computer knowledge.

Physical Demands:• For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following description.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

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