Job Description
Overview
The Surgical Technician functions as an integral part of the perioperative team as the first, second, or assisting surgical technician or second circulator under the direct supervision of the registered nurse (RN).
Qualifications
Education Level Field of Study Associate's Degree
Surgical Technology
Or Certificate of Completion
Surgical Technology
Licenses/Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
Specialized Knowledge and Skills Requirements Independently scrubs basic surgical procedures. Demonstrates ability to problem solve in relation to the procedure being performed. Applied basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology for optimal surgical patient care. Applies basic knowledge of electricity, chemistry, computers, robotics, and lasers for optimal surgical patient care. Demonstrates knowledge and practice of patient care concepts and perioperative teamwork. Applies principles of sterile technique during surgical procedures.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions Applies the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner to maintain a sterile environment. Demonstrates competency in select technical and psychomotor skills, judgment and appropriate knowledge base. Provides age specific care to obstetrical patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the department.
Assists in organization and coordination of supplies and equipment to maintain an efficient and cost effective department.
Effectively facilitates communication for the unit with all departments. Answers the phone, informs nursing staff of needed tests, exams or significant problems with patients on the nursing unit. Serves as a liaison between nursing units.
Collects data on assigned patients as directed by the RN and the unit based performance standards.
Performs accurate documentation duties on the nursing unit and in patient records as directed by unit based performance standards and guidelines.
Transcribes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner. Schedules appointments, consults, diagnostic tests and examinations for patients on nursing unit. Initiates, compiles and maintains patient charts.
Performs or assists patients with the activities of daily living. Prepares patients for transportation and/or transport.
Maintains accurate log of admission, discharge & transfer of patient on computer in a timely manner.
Ensures patient charges are entered.
Participates in Quality Assessment / Performance Improvement and Infection Control Committee's as needed.
Assists with supply ordering, inventory control, and supply chain management as necessary.
Collaborates with surgeons and OR team to ensure needed trays, instrumentation, and supplies are ready for each procedure.
Department Specific Job Function Efficient with asepsis to maintain a sterile environment.
Assists with stocking, and communicates with inventory specialist regarding supplies and instruments needed.
Collaborates with surgeons and OR team to ensure needed trays are available. Utilizes preference cards to assure specialized supplies are available.
Assist with cleaning and sterilization of instruments needed.
Proper disposal of trash/sharps.
Prep patient and participate in Time Out.
Assist with room turnover.
About Us
Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health.
Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care.
We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.
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Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $22.75per hour - $37.99per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
Job Tags
Local area, Shift work