About this opportunity
Azspineandjoint lists this Surgical Technician PRN opportunity in merritt island, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Physician and/or Registered Nurse
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES :
Surgical technologists, also called scrubs and surgical or operating room technicians, assist in surgical operations under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. Surgical technologists are members of operating room teams, which most commonly include surgeons, anesthesiologists, and circulating nurses.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS :
A graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program.
Must be certified to perform CPR
2+ years of clinical experience as CST preferred
Sterile Processing experience
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Prepares and maintains medical equipment for surgical procedures.
Before an operation, surgical technologists h elp prepare the operating room by setting up surgical instruments and equipment, sterile drapes, and sterile solutions.
Follows hospital regulations and industry procedures to tend to patient during pre-operation procedures.
Performs pre-operation preparations to the patient's skin, body and medical equipment.
Assemble both sterile and non-sterile equipment, as well as adjust and check it to ensure it is working properly.
Get patients ready for surgery by washing, shaving, and disinfecting incision sites.
Transport patients to the operating room, help position them on the operating table, and cover them with sterile surgical "drapes".
Observe patients’ vital signs, check charts, and assist the surgical team with putting on sterile gowns and gloves.
Pass instruments and other sterile supplies to surgeons and surgeon assistants.
Hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments. Help prepare, care for, and dispose of specimens taken for laboratory analysis and help apply dressings.
Operate sterilizers, lights, or suction machines, and help operate diagnostic equipment.
After an operation, help transfer patients to the recovery room and clean and restock the operating room.
Performs other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS :
Ability to be on your feet for long periods and lift or turn patients
Ability to concentrate for periods of up to four hours
Ability to communicate professionally to patients and fellow staff members
Ability to use computer keyboard and to view a computer monitor for charging purposes
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES :
Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients in the center.
Must demonstrate the knowledge of the principle of growth and development of the life span and the possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s requirements relative to his/her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the center’s policies and procedures.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills in the nursing process.
Demonstrates the ability to utilize recognized channels of communication.
Demonstrates the ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships with patients, co-workers, and other health team members.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS :Requires sitting and standing associated with an OR environment. Surgical technologists work in clean, well-lighted, cool environments. Must stand for long periods and remain alert during operations. At times may be exposed to communicable diseases and unpleasant sights, odors, and materials.
ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS :
Surgical technologists work in clean, well-lighted, cool environments. Must stand for long periods and remain alert during operations. At times may be exposed to communicable diseases and unpleasant sights, odors, and materials.
This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements.Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.
Employee Assistance Plan
401(k) retirement plan with a company match
And more!
Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity
Our organizationis an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc.Furthermore, our organizationiscommitted to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.
Qualifications
Behaviors
Required
Thought Provoking
Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
Innovative
Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Detail Oriented
Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Functional Expert
Considered a thought leader on a subject
Dedicated
Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Team Player
Works well as a member of a group
Motivations
Work-Life Balance
Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
Flexibility
Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Ability to Make an Impact
Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
Surgical Technologist
Basic Life Support
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Worksite address
merritt island, FL, 32954, US
Who can apply
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