Surgical Technologist - Scrub Tech - Lpn

As a Surgical Scrub Technician in our ASC facility, you will assist the surgeon and nursing staff in providing professional care to patients undergoing ophthalmic surgical procedures. The ideal candidate will already possess a current CST certification; or will have medical certification as an RN, LPN, CNA, or CMA and the desire to expand their skills in our company-provided training program. If you are passionate about delivering a top-tier patient experience while continuing to grow in the healthcare field, we are looking for you!
WHAT WE OFFER:

• Hourly wage of $20 - $25 based on experience
• 6.5 paid holidays per year
• Approximately 10 days of PTO within first year
• Employee Referral Program
• Full slate of benefits to include health, dental, vision, and 401k
• No nights, weekends, or holiday shifts

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Prepare operating room, ensuring that all of the equipment needed for the procedure is properly disinfected and assembled; and check to ensure equipment is in working order.
• Assist surgeon and surgical staff during procedure by passing sterile instruments, supplies, sutures as needed and in such a manner so that their attention is not diverted from the operative field.
• Observe strict aseptic technique throughout the entire procedure and reports breaks in technique to the circulating nurse and surgeon.
• Isolate soiled or contaminated instruments and supplies to minimize the spread of infection.
• Receive specimen and prepare it for laboratory.
• Clean and restocking operating room following each procedure.
• Maintain inventory of surgical supplies.
• Perform other duties and assume various responsibilities as determined by the Director of Nursing and Doctor(s).

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Current Surgical Technology certification.
• Current certification in Cardiac Life Support is required.

• Completion of Surgical Technician training program and minimum of one year related work experience in operating room is required. Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that fulfills the requirements of the position will be considered.
• Membership in surgical specialty society encouraged.

COMPETENCIES: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Support and fulfill the mission of the organization.
• Respond to organizational changes required to achieve strategic objectives.
• Provide appropriate, timely, and comprehensive quality service. Demonstrate knowledge of department specific infection control, disaster, and safety policies.
• Provide effective and appropriate communications with all persons served. Demonstrate listening skills, receive and deliver feedback, direction, and coaching in a respectful and professional manner.
• Provide and maintain customer satisfaction.
• Cultivate personal growth and development. Demonstrate initiative by seeking, or accepting new and additional responsibilities outside the realm of assigned duties.
• Maintain internal and external standards for continuing education and/or certification. Identify and maintain required knowledge and skill sets to deliver quality service.
• Support and maintain appropriate departmental goals. Use sound judgment in solving problems specific to work area. Demonstrate willingness to train new employees.
• Provide a safe, functional, supportive and effective environment for all patients, staff members and other individuals utilizing CLI facilities. Protect patients from harm and report risk management concerns.
• Proactive, adaptable, with the ability to work well under pressure/stressful situations in a fast paced environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT (per ADA guidelines):

• Physical Activity: Standing for sustained periods of time, Stooping, Grasping, Lifting, Talking, Hearing.
• Physical requirements: Light work. Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs on a regular basis from floor to waist, 5 lbs from waist to shoulder, and 5 lbs from shoulder to overhead.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform each activity.
• The worker may be exposed to the following hazards:
  
  • Blood borne pathogens
  • Communicable diseases
  • Chemicals
  • Steam
  • Pressurized cylinders
  • Sharp objects
  • Moving parts of equipment