Surgical Technologist

Job Overview

This position is an expert Surgical Technician who practices under the supervision of the surgical team in the Operating Room to deliver patient care throughout the perioperative experience. Assists the Surgeon during surgery by providing the appropriate instruments and in maintaining and organizing operating room equipment. Performs job duties according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. Displays high level abilities and advanced clinical practice in a specific surgical subspecialty. Assists in coordinating the services, techniques and teachings of those individuals assigned to specialty services in which technician has an expertise and is daily assigned. This position is a key member of the service line leadership model and collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team to optimize team performance within their specific service line.

Location: Lowell General Hospital - 295 Varnum Avenue - Lowell, MA

Hours: Per Diem - days/evenings

Minimum Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Before July 1, 2013, employed as a surgical technologist in a surgical facility; OR Successfully completed a training program for surgical technology in the military; OR Graduated from an accredited Surgical Tech Program.
3. If employed as a Surgical Technologist after July 1, 2013, Surgical Technologist Certification (CST) is required.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Functions professionally and independently as the Surgical Technologist Operating Room on a wide variety and in all stages of surgical procedures.

2. Maintains strict aseptic technique during set-up, patient draping and during surgical procedure.

3. Scrubs on surgical cases, participates in surgery by organizing the instrumentation to the surgeon, participating in surgical counts.

4. Selects and prepares the appropriate instruments, supplies and equipment for surgical cases.

5. Performs related activities under the direction of the surgeon.

6. Performs all counts with the circulating nurse according to Operating Room policy.

7. Manages all intraoperative medications in accordance with Operating Room policy.

8. Manages surgical specimens according to Physician's orders and Hospital policy.

9. Follows Operating Room procedures for the proper decontamination of instrumentation, equipment, and room turnover.

10. Assists in the positioning, moving and transporting of patients as needed.

11. Reports equipment and supply problems to the Charge Nurse, Service Lead or Clinical Nursing Director as needed.

12. Participates in decision-making activities related to evaluating and acquiring surgical equipment, instrumentation and supplies which may include collaborating with the Central Processing or supply chain.

13. Performs the role of Preceptor for staff in training and displays leadership qualities and acts as a role model and mentor.

14. Provides advisory supervision to section technologists through collaboration with the Service Line Nurse Manager and/or Clinical Nursing Director.

15. Participates in the scheduling and training of other Surgical Technologist in collaboration with the Service Line Nurse Manager, Clinical Nursing Director or Professional Development Director.

19. Establishes, revises, and implements department procedures and policies, in cooperation with other members of the Perioperative Leadership team.