Surgical Technologist

The ORT III has accountability for ensuring the operating room and all surgical items meet sterilization criteria. This person maintains a sterile field and a safe environment. The tech recognizes and addresses sharps and fire safety processes. The ORT III prepares the operating room and instruments for the surgical procedure. The ORT III may assist with sterile processing. This tech will assist the surgeon(s) during the procedure but stays within the ORT I scope of practice. The ORT III can identify emergencies and exercise judgment when implementing procedures to respond to emergencies.  On completion of the procedure, the tech will assist with room turnover, cleaning, and preparing for the next procedure.

The ORT III is expected to participate in training and mentoring. This is separate from the clinical coach role (i.e. students, orderlies, etc.). This person will provide or assist with at least one new educational offering per year. They will also actively participate in a unit project or have oversight of a process per year as coordinated by the manager.

The ORT III is a service-line specialty lead, they will function in an ongoing capacity as designated lead and expert for an assigned specialty area. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

General oversight of a specialty/specialties
Coordinating assignments and ensuring proper staffing assignments are made.
Responding appropriately to questions and issues
Training and validating the competency of existing staff
Assist with orientation of new hires (May participate as a clinical coach)