Surgical Technician

JOB SUMMARY:

To demonstrate Surgical Technician knowledge of strict aseptic technique to provide the safest most optimum care to each patient. To assure quality care for the patient in the Operating Room as a Surgical Technician. To assist the Surgeon with instrumentation and anticipate his/her needs. To provide care based on needs of individual patients including but not limited to adult, pediatric, neonatal and adolescents.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or equivalent
Surg Tech Certification is a plus
2 years' Operating Room Experience is a MUST
1 years Orthopaedic (Total Joints) Experience is required
BLS is required

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Checks room for cleanliness, availability of supplies and equipment at the beginning of the day.
Open sterile packs and supplies, using surgeon's preference card for specific requests. Use supplies conservatively and efficiently.
Sets up back table and mayo using surgeon's preference card as a reference for instruments, medications, etc.
Maintains proper sterile technique when gowning and gloving the Surgeon.
Assists with draping of patient and confirms the operative area.
Attaches light handles and hands-off to circulating nurse the appropriate equipment to begin the procedure. (Example: bovie, suction, light source, camera).
Prepares soiled instruments for cleaning. Decontaminates and reprocesses in steam autoclave.

WE OFFER:

NO city wage tax

FREE parking.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Medical specialties:
Surgery
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Experience:
Surgical Technician: 2 years (Required)
Orthopaedic: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person