Job Information
Bozeman Health Surgical Technologist- OR in Bozeman, Montana
Position Summary:
Surgical Technologist Non-Certified are allied health professionals, who are an integral part of the team providing surgical care to patients. Surgical Technologists function in the role of scrub person. Surgical Technologists work under the supervision of the surgeon and the R.N. to ensure that the O.R. environment is safe, equipment functions properly and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program; or equivalent military surgical technologist program
American Heart Association BLS
Preferred: Certified Surgical Technologist
Preferred: 1 year surgical technologist experience in acute care operating room
Essential Job Functions:
Maintenance of strict aseptic technique.
Demonstrates knowledge and judgement in meeting the needs of the surgical patient.
Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure.
Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, solutions needed for procedure.
Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to operation and at appropriate intervals per policy.
Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants.
Helps in draping the sterile field.
Passes instruments, etc. to surgeon/assistant during procedure.
Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure.
Prepares sterile dressings.
Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment
Ability to work varied shifts
Strong emotional intelligence, interpersonal and teamwork skills
Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times
Creativity, problem analysis and decision making
Detail oriented, organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.
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