Plastic Surgery Center of Hampton Roads
Location
Newport News, Virginia
The Surgical Technician is responsible for preparing and maintaining the sterile field, assisting surgeons during procedures, and managing surgical instruments. Additionally, they provide patient care in the clinical setting and handle post-operative charting and specimen collection.
A Surgical Technician Certification is required, with BLS and ACLS certifications preferred. Candidates should ideally have one year of experience in an ambulatory surgery center and extensive knowledge of sub-sterile policies.
Know the name, use and location of medications, supplies and equipment used in the operating room, recovery room, the instrument processing areas and storage. Familiar with the use of sterilizer, ultrasonic instrument cleaner, operating room table, lifts and lights, cautery unit, microscope, laser, suction, crash cart, EKG monitor, defibrillator, washer/dryer etc. Familiar with organizational policies and procedures. Ensure regular operating room and recovery room equipment maintenance and servicing, according to established policies. Understand the duties of the surgeon, the anesthesiologist, the circulating nurse and the support staff, within the organization. Understand all duties and functions of the pre/post-operative nurse, recovery room nurse, circulating nurse, and scrub nurse technician, sterilization. Ensure compliance with regulations and the facility's standards of quality patient care. Assist in the operating room set-up with the necessary supplies and equipment for each surgical procedure. Assist in the operating room clean-up and decontamination after each surgery. Handle and dispose of Biomedical Waste according to policies and procedures. Process and send specimens to the lab. Maintain sterile field and technique during surgical procedure. Ensure instruments/terminal are properly cleaned Assist physician during surgery. Ensure a smooth flow in the operating room. Assist with patient care in the clinical setting to include but not limited to, assisting with local procedures, answering patient questions, and rooming patients in the clinic setting. Complete charting required for post-op, follow-ups, specimen collection, and consults as needed in the clinical setting. Follow strict traffic control and maintain sterile environment in the operating room and recovery room. During downtime, assist with facility laundry needs Maintain strict aseptic technique at all times. Adhere to operating room/office dress code policy. Transport, process and sterilize instruments and surgical trays according to established policies and procedures. Maintain sterilization records and sterilization quality control records. Maintain patient confidentiality. Perform related work as required.
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Life and Disability Coverage Supplemental Insurance Pet Insurance 401(k) Plan with acompany match Paid Time Off
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