DescriptionSummary:
Summary:
This position is responsible for preparing and passing instruments and equipment for assigned surgical procedures In accordance with hospital and department standards and is responsible for carrying out identified patient care needs delegated by an RN, Physician or Director/Manager/Supervisor.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments and suture to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician.
- Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR.
- Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.
- Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient.
- Cooperates in team planning and execution.
- Maintains a safe environment by implementing technical and aseptic practices at all times.
- Demonstrates clinical expertise in use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments and equipment.
- Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations.
- Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
- Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility.
- Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
- Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- 2 or more years of experience preferred.
- BLS required.
Work Schedule:
TBD
Work Type:
Full Time
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Surgical Technician NON Certified-Surg General at Christus Health summary:
The Surgical Technician NON Certified-Surg General is responsible for preparing and passing surgical instruments and equipment during procedures, adhering to hospital standards and ensuring patient care needs. This role requires maintaining a sterile environment, collaborating with the surgical team, and demonstrating competences in surgical supply management and patient care responsibilities. A High School Diploma or equivalent and BLS certification are required, with preference given to candidates with two or more years of experience.
Keywords:
Surgical Technician, Operating Room, Surgical Procedures, Patient Care, Instrument Handling, Sterile Environment, Healthcare, Surgical Supplies, BLS Certification, Team Collaboration
