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Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Surgical Technologist II is a proficient level practitioner who assists surgeons and nurses with patients, equipment preparation, aseptic technique, and surgical procedures in the operating room. They will prepare the operating room for surgery by assembling routine supplies, materials, instruments, and equipment, and will obtain special supplies indicated by physician. They also set up and operate a variety of specialized instrumentation, manual and powered equipment.
Job Functions:
- Functions as the scrub person and assists as trained during operative and other invasive procedures by assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure.
- Prepares and organizes sterile supplies and instruments for the procedure and performs surgical counts with the circulating RN according to policy.
- Maintains an organized sterile field and ensures the sterility of the field by taking corrective action as needed. Assists with the placement of sterile drapes. Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique.
- Retrieves and collects specimens and labels specimens appropriately and correctly.
- Reports any implanted devices, catheters, drains, and packing to the circulator.
- Provides complete case preparation and knows, with the ability to adapt, of special instruments, supplies, and equipment needs for patient populations.
- Demonstrates knowledge of patient's rights and responsibilities according to the patient's age and understanding.
- Demonstrates understanding of patient's Advance Directives.
- Assists in CPR as needed.
- Assists with pre and post-procedure cleaning of the operative or invasive procedure room and necessary instruments.
- BSMH Surgical technologists are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH policy.
- Participates in ongoing educational and competency verification opportunities.
- Participates in financial accountability by utilizing resources in a cost-conscious manner and offers performance improvement initiatives.
- Participates in all patient safety care measures.
- Accessible for "on call" as scheduled and is available within the time frames as indicated by the department.
- Participates in the orientation of new staff and students as assigned.
- Prepares and performs surgical skin prep and clipping as indicated by procedure. Inserts urinary catheter as required.
- Demonstrates flexibility regarding unit/area staffing and scheduling needs.
- Maintains personal grooming and attire consistent with BSMH policy.
- Updates physician preference cards based on market operating room design.
- Assists in inventory of supplies and places orders as necessary. Monitors instrument sets and orders replacements or requests repairs as needed and per market guidelines.
- Provides clinical instruction, direction and in-service training to department staff and serves as a preceptor.
- Achieves the competencies of all simple and complex procedures in at least three of the major service lines: Neurosurgery, Cardiovascular, Orthopedic, Urology, General, Vascular, GYN, ENT, Lungs, Transplants, and Plastic (not an inclusive list).
- Demonstrates superior knowledge of equipment and instrumentation, Lasers, MIS, Laparoscopy, Robotics.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Must be certified by one of the following: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTA) or Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) (required)
If employed in South Carolina NBSTA certification required. If certified prior to 2008 NBSTA or NCCT certification is accepted.
If employed in Virginia, must be certified by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or its successor and holds a certification with the Virginia Board of Medicine.
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
Education
Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology (required)
Work Experience
One year of experience as a Surgical Technologist (required)
Training
None
Language
None
Patient Population
Neonates (0-4 weeks)
Infant (1-12 months)
Pediatrics (1-12 years)
Adolescents (13-17 years)
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be required to use physical restraints
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
May have periods of constant interruptions
Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions
Prolonged periods of working alone
Physical Requirements
Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%
Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%
Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%
Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 1-33%
Stoop/Kneel 1-33%
Crawling 0%
Climbing 0%
Balance 34-66%
Bending 34-66%
Sitting 1-33%
Walking 1-33%
Standing 67-100%
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of patients
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity - far
Acuity - near
Depth perception
Use of latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
Skills
Ability to Follow Instructions
Able to Work Independently
Anatomy
Anticipate Needs
Communication
Critical Thinking
Infection Control
Knowledge of AORN and AST Recommendations
Move with a sense of urgency
Physiology
Possess Surgical Conscience
Professionalism
Self-Directed
Takes Direction
Teamwork
Microsoft Office
Able to work under pressure
Assist with performing circulating skills and tasks
Flexible
Preceptor
Role model
Teamwork
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
