Surgical Technologist I, Certified

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Job Description

Job Summary

Responsible for delivering safe and effective patient care during the intra-operative period. Assists the surgical team under the supervision of the registered nurse. Ensures adherence to surgical department standards and protocols. Interacts effectively with patients and healthcare team members. Maintains a sterile and organized surgical environment.

Essential Functions

• Assists RN with patient admission and provides input on patient condition.
• Notifies RN or physician of critical findings or changes following admission.
• Assists with documentation on the perioperative record.
• Retrieves supplies and equipment as directed by the RN.
• Scrubs on surgical procedures and assists the surgical team by passing instruments, holding retractors, and suctioning.
• Maintains strict aseptic technique and reports or corrects any breaks in technique.
• Manages and secures medications in the sterile field according to policy.
• Performs sponge, sharps, and instrument counts according to policy.
• Maintains patient safety, dignity, and advocates for safe delivery of care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in a designated technical area

Experience Requirement

• 0–2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• All experience must be paid and in the same related field.
• Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.
• Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or Tech in Surgery - Certified (Surgery TS-C) through the National Center for Competency Testing, Basic Life Support (BLS)

Working Conditions

• A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional (
• C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
• D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional (
• F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• G. Repetitive motion: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
• H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never
• I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never
• J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• K. Job-related travel: 1. Never
• L. Loud noises: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• M. Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional (
• N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• O. Radiation: 2. Occasional (
• P. Burns: 2. Occasional (
• Q. Cuts/Punctures: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never
• T. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (
• U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never
• V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; intermittent risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; regular repetitive motion; and occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects over 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, bloodborne or airborne pathogens, temperature extremes, burns, and risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department

Sterile Processing Department

Shift

Flex (United States of America)

Time Type

Full time

Address

2201 Lexington Avenue

City, State

Ashland, Kentucky