DEPARTMENT: Operating Room
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
POSITION REPORTS TO: Department Head
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A
CLASSIFIED/UNCLASSIFIED: Classified
BARGAINING UNIT: SIU
EFFECTIVE DATE: January 2016
REVISION DATE: N/A
POSITION SUMMARYThe individual is under the general supervision of Registered Nurses, physicians, or other surgical personnel to assist in the preparation and care of surgical patients ranging from infancy to geriatrics.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES- Responsible for the cleanliness of the horizontal surfaces and lights in all OR prior to surgery.
- Responsible for setting clocks and turning on warmers in the OR.
- Assist in transporting patients from Nursing Units and Recovery Room.
- Demonstrate and practice a good understanding of sterile technique.
- Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts in an accurate manner.
- Assist team in placing patients on the operating table, positioning patients, and in skin preparation by holding extremities.
- Observe patients' vital signs, check charts, and assist the surgical team with putting on sterile gowns and gloves.
- Responsible for passing instruments and other sterile supplies to surgeons and surgeon assistants during surgery.
- Assist in lifting and transferring patients from the operating table to stretcher.
- Assist in preparing ambulatory patients for the operating room.
- Initiate clean up and turn-over of the surgery room.
- Responsible for the transportation of specimens to the laboratory and instruments to central supply if necessary.
- Assist in the restocking of rooms after procedures.
- Responsible for the assembly of both sterile and non-sterile equipment, as well as adjusting and checking it to ensure it is working properly.
- Prepares syringes and needles for disposal – remove and replace red boxes in the OR.
- Perform other duties as directed.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS- High school or equivalent. Completion of a Surgical Technician Program.
- Possess and maintain certification as a Certified Surgical Technician.
- Current BLS Certification.
- Must be willing to take calls as instructed by Head Nurse.
- Must possess and demonstrate a high degree of leadership, organizational ability, and communication skills.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES- Knowledge of Nursing Philosophy, objectives, and goals of the department.
- Ability to follow oral and written directions.
- Ability to relate with tact and understand to deal with parents, doctors, staff, and all other persons contacted during the course of work.
- Ability to employ sound judgment in the planning and execution of assigned duties.
- Knowledge of the policies, procedures, rules, and regulations that apply to the practice in an inpatient care setting.
- Knowledge of hospital/departmental policies and procedures, emergency protocols, Joint Commission, Center for Medicare and Medicaid services, and all other local and federal regulatory standards.
- Ability to make presentations before management, public groups, and staff.
- Knowledge of analytical and grammatical skills necessary to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Skilled in maintaining records and preparing reports.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; also apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Familiarity with spreadsheet and overall computer skills.
- Ability to work with a wide variety of other professionals and staff engaged in the delivery of health care services.
- Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to gain the confidence and respect of the public to be served.
- Ability to work well independently, including without administrative support when required.
- Organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills are essential.
- Ability to work in a highly visible position undergoing significant changes with multiple constituents, each with demands exceeding resources.
- Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and be available.
- Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to display time management skills.
WORKING CONDITIONSWork in a climate-controlled and well-lighted environment with a smoke-free policy. Employee will work in an office and throughout the building daily. Has Category 1 risk of exposure to infectious diseases, but receives training in hand hygiene practices, Universal Precautions, and has access to personal protective equipment if direct exposure is anticipated; is subject to interruptions and noise daily.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Good general health and stress coping ability. Full mobility and ability to participate in vigorous activity. Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with all constituents (patients, families, peers, and other healthcare team members) as needed for assessment, intervention, and professional development. Possess near vision acuity for accurate reading of equipment and recording on patient charts. Must be physically able to lift, support, and move patients.
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