Certified Surgical Technologist

The Certified Surgical Technologist is responsible for the provision of patient care to meet identified patient outcomes, and to achieve the goals of the facility as directed by the Registered Nurse. The Certified Surgical Technologist performs duties according to scope of practice designated by Ortho RI and in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of the company.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Delivers safe patient care according to Ortho RI policy and procedure 
• Demonstrates ability to respond to patient care needs in an emergency and under direction of Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse
• Demonstrates ability to meet patients and family's learning needs as identified in the plan of care under the direction of the Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse
• Functions as a certified scrub technician in the operating room/procedure room under the direction of the Registered Nurse
• Assists with care, preparation, maintenance, and after-care of sterile and un-sterile supplies and equipment 
• Demonstrates ability to understand and use sterilizers, high-level disinfectors, instrument washers, and other designated processors
• Demonstrates understanding of operating room/procedure room technical equipment according to manufacturer’s guidelines, policy and procedures
• Assists with stocking, replenishing and preparation of supplies
• Checks updated schedule every morning and prepares room supplies and equipment
• Participates in scheduled performance appraisals and demonstrates dedication to ongoing performance improvement
• Responsibly demonstrates and the importance of continuing education to the performance of facility responsibilities and growth in profession
• Communicates all relevant patient information to physician, Facility Manager, and appropriate staff in a safe and confidential manner
• Performs all other duties as assigned by management
• Compliance with HIPAA and OSHA regulations

Performance Requirements:

Knowledge:

• Excellent computer skills
• Microsoft Suite (including: Outlook, Word, Excel, Calendar)
• Phone software
• Familiarity with legal and policy limits of individual practice

Skills:

• Familiarity and follow through with all HIPAA compliance 
• Attention to detail
• Effective time management
• Critical thinking and decision making

Abilities:

• Embracing Otho RI’s mission and vision through friendly and patient-oriented service
• Demonstrate excellent teamwork, organizational, and communication skills
• Adheres to processes, while looking for opportunities for innovation and improvement
• Ability to work in a fast paced in environment while remaining patient with physicians, patients, families, and co-workers
• Assertive
• Ability to correlate clinical data with patient’s care under the direction of the Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse
• Ability to provide direction to others that is clear, concise and promotes efficiency throughout the clinical areas of the facility
• Ability to communicate well with patients, families, Teammates, physicians, other members of the healthcare team, etc.

Work Environment:

• General pleasant working environment with little or no distractions or exposure to unpleasant or hazardous elements. Meets all safety training requirements associated with the Surgical Center. Indoors climate-controlled environment.
• Patient care environment with potential exposure to unpleasant odors, to blood and body fluids which may carry infection, to infectious disease, and to chemical and electrical hazards. Occasional exposure to outdoor climate. Good visual acuity, accurate color vision.

Physical Demands:

• Requires mobility, frequent walking, standing, and sitting, some bending, stooping, and stretching and periodic lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to lift/transfer patients, which may require pushing, pulling, and utilizing a full range of body movement.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to converse and hear.
• Requires normal (corrected) vision.
• Requires coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate office equipment.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday and may vary depend on Company Schedule.

Travel:
No overnight travel is expected for this position. There may be occasional local day travel to Company Divisions.

Required Education and Experience

• Surgical Technologist Certificate required
• BLS required
• Any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• At least one year of experience as a Surgical Technician in the OR