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The Surgical Technologist addresses the readiness of surgical instruments/equipment in the Operating Suite. They are responsible for collaborating with surgeons, RN's, and other perioperative staff to ensure a successful patient outcome.
Required Behaviors:
• As you go about fulfilling this mission, your work habits and work relationships should embody SJRMC's values. These values are our culture, our identity as an organization: Sacred Trust, Personal Reverence, Thoughtful Anticipation, Team Accountability and Creative Vitality ask more of us than merely completing some list of tasks. Our values ask for a deeper level of commitment, and what is asked of us we freely give because we believe in our mission.
• As a member of Perioperative Services, we will seek to anticipate the needs of our surgeons, anesthesia, patients and peers. Thoughtful Anticipation is the key attitude that we strive to achieve in all our interactions. We will use this value to create a positive, helpful and supportive place for our patients to receive care.
Required Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED
• BLS certification (can be obtained within 3 months of employment)
• Fluent in English
• PC literate
• Ability to meet physical demands as stated in - "Physical Demands and Environmental Work Conditions" at the end of this purpose description
• Knowledge of inventory maintenance and control
• Excellent human relations/communication skills
• One year work experience, preferably in a health care setting
• Must be a strong team player
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Manages own time and work to assure readiness for patient care
• Understands and follows through with directions from appropriate sources
• Maintains BLS certification and other Anesthesia equipment-related skills
• Follows unit/hospital policies and procedures
• Maintains positive working relationship with peers, customers, and physicians
• Maintains close liaison and rapport with other hospital departments
• Forwards special requests/capital requests to OR Manager/Anesthesia for processing
• Works calmly and efficiently in stressful or emergency situations
• Responsible for Anesthesia equipment in various hospital locations: OB, DSU, X-ray, etc.
• Assists anesthesia with prepping of patients prior to their surgical procedure, (i.e. assist with block placements, intubations etc.)
• Assists anesthesia and surgical team in preparing the surgical suite for procedures - this includes set up for new cases, being available to the team for patient care, (i.e. positioning, prepping) and clean up after cases. Prior to the start of the procedure and during the procedure the Anesthesia Technician is accessible by phone should additional supplies or equipment be needed.
• Maintains and cares for equipment and instruments using proper cleaning and sterilization methods - reporting repairs and needed maintenance to the appropriate parties as they arise
• Stocking of departmental supplies as determined by procedure volumes and anticipated usage in scheduled procedures
• Confirms all carts, supplies, machines and equipment are fully stocked and in working order prior to leaving each day
• Floats to unit secretary, unit scheduler and surgical care assistant position as deemed necessary by staffing situations
• Each employee is responsible for implementing SJRMC's Service Standards into their daily work:
Safety, Courtesy, Effectiveness, and Stewardship
• Other duties as assigned
Physical Demands and Environmental Work Conditions:
All Peri-Operative Services jobs may place heavy physical demands on the employee. The amount of time that the employee is exposed to these demands will fluctuate, as there are uncontrollable variables inherent in healthcare i.e.; patient's height and weight, patient's level of cooperation and strength, specific clinical needs, etc.
Physical Activities:
• All Peri-Operative Services jobs may require lifting/pushing/pulling varying weights (may exceed 200 pounds)
• Activities may include intermittent or prolonged: standing, walking, sitting, talking, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching with arms
• Repetitive motions may also be required, such as: wrist/hand movements, grasping, and finger dexterity (as in typing, writing, faxing, filing papers, etc.)
Work Environment:
• The job requires the risk of exposure to the following environmental conditions: hazardous chemicals, anesthetic agents, body fluids and waste, blood borne diseases, infectious and contagious diseases, risk of electrical/mechanical shock, risk of burns and cuts
• Exposure to unpleasant patient or unit elements, (i.e. accidents, injuries and severe illnesses)
• The noise level may vary from very quiet to very loud
Sensory Requirements:
The employee will need to be able to hear:
• Alarms on equipment, fire alarms, and overhead announcements
• Patient/family verbal discussions
• Instructions and feedback from other healthcare providers
The employee will need to be able to see:
• Focus on close-up and distant objects
• Distinguish colors
• Have intact: peripheral vision and depth perception
San Juan Regional Medical Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The Surgical Technologist addresses the readiness of surgical instruments/equipment in the Operating Suite. They are responsible for collaborating with surgeons, RN's, and other perioperative staff to ensure a successful patient outcome.
Required Behaviors:
• As you go about fulfilling this mission, your work habits and work relationships should embody SJRMC's values. These values are our culture, our identity as an organization: Sacred Trust, Personal Reverence, Thoughtful Anticipation, Team Accountability and Creative Vitality ask more of us than merely completing some list of tasks. Our values ask for a deeper level of commitment, and what is asked of us we freely give because we believe in our mission.
• As a member of Perioperative Services, we will seek to anticipate the needs of our surgeons, anesthesia, patients and peers. Thoughtful Anticipation is the key attitude that we strive to achieve in all our interactions. We will use this value to create a positive, helpful and supportive place for our patients to receive care.
Required Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED
• BLS certification (can be obtained within 3 months of employment)
• Fluent in English
• PC literate
• Ability to meet physical demands as stated in - "Physical Demands and Environmental Work Conditions" at the end of this purpose description
• Knowledge of inventory maintenance and control
• Excellent human relations/communication skills
• One year work experience, preferably in a health care setting
• Must be a strong team player
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Manages own time and work to assure readiness for patient care
• Understands and follows through with directions from appropriate sources
• Maintains BLS certification and other Anesthesia equipment-related skills
• Follows unit/hospital policies and procedures
• Maintains positive working relationship with peers, customers, and physicians
• Maintains close liaison and rapport with other hospital departments
• Forwards special requests/capital requests to OR Manager/Anesthesia for processing
• Works calmly and efficiently in stressful or emergency situations
• Responsible for Anesthesia equipment in various hospital locations: OB, DSU, X-ray, etc.
• Assists anesthesia with prepping of patients prior to their surgical procedure, (i.e. assist with block placements, intubations etc.)
• Assists anesthesia and surgical team in preparing the surgical suite for procedures - this includes set up for new cases, being available to the team for patient care, (i.e. positioning, prepping) and clean up after cases. Prior to the start of the procedure and during the procedure the Anesthesia Technician is accessible by phone should additional supplies or equipment be needed.
• Maintains and cares for equipment and instruments using proper cleaning and sterilization methods - reporting repairs and needed maintenance to the appropriate parties as they arise
• Stocking of departmental supplies as determined by procedure volumes and anticipated usage in scheduled procedures
• Confirms all carts, supplies, machines and equipment are fully stocked and in working order prior to leaving each day
• Floats to unit secretary, unit scheduler and surgical care assistant position as deemed necessary by staffing situations
• Each employee is responsible for implementing SJRMC's Service Standards into their daily work:
Safety, Courtesy, Effectiveness, and Stewardship
• Other duties as assigned
Physical Demands and Environmental Work Conditions:
All Peri-Operative Services jobs may place heavy physical demands on the employee. The amount of time that the employee is exposed to these demands will fluctuate, as there are uncontrollable variables inherent in healthcare i.e.; patient's height and weight, patient's level of cooperation and strength, specific clinical needs, etc.
Physical Activities:
• All Peri-Operative Services jobs may require lifting/pushing/pulling varying weights (may exceed 200 pounds)
• Activities may include intermittent or prolonged: standing, walking, sitting, talking, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching with arms
• Repetitive motions may also be required, such as: wrist/hand movements, grasping, and finger dexterity (as in typing, writing, faxing, filing papers, etc.)
Work Environment:
• The job requires the risk of exposure to the following environmental conditions: hazardous chemicals, anesthetic agents, body fluids and waste, blood borne diseases, infectious and contagious diseases, risk of electrical/mechanical shock, risk of burns and cuts
• Exposure to unpleasant patient or unit elements, (i.e. accidents, injuries and severe illnesses)
• The noise level may vary from very quiet to very loud
Sensory Requirements:
The employee will need to be able to hear:
• Alarms on equipment, fire alarms, and overhead announcements
• Patient/family verbal discussions
• Instructions and feedback from other healthcare providers
The employee will need to be able to see:
• Focus on close-up and distant objects
• Distinguish colors
• Have intact: peripheral vision and depth perception
San Juan Regional Medical Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
