Surgical Technologist-Certified; CST​/Scrub Tech

Position: Surgical Technologist-Certified (CST) / Scrub Tech
JOB SUMMARY:

· The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) works under the supervision and delegatory authority of a surgeon in collaboration with the Surgery RN to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operating procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety

· Demonstrate the application of the principles of asepsis and sterile technique to combine knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures and implementation and tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE NEEDED:

· None
TRAINING & EDUCATION NEEDED:

· High School Diploma or Equivalent

· Graduate from Surgical Technologist school; will allow to complete certification within first eight months

· Current license as a CST (Scrub Tech)

· Current BLS Certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire

· ACLS, PALS, ENPC, TNCC, NRP, and MOAB certification training per Department Requirements as listed in the Employee Education policy

· Working knowledge and experience in a hospital, operating room, or ambulatory surgery center

· Ability to anticipate the needs of the physician and has equipment, medical gases and supplies readily available for all procedures

· Requires prioritization and time management skills

· Critical Thinking:
Ability to organize equipment, instruments and supplies for cases according to patient needs and physician preference cards

· Effective communication skills oral and written
FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Able to communicate in the English language and make assessments by speaking, hearing, seeing, feeling, reading, and writing

· Works primarily in hospital setting, including clinical/patient care areas and office or classroom/ meeting areas

· Considerable walking, standing, stooping, bending, lifting (occasionally over 25 pounds)

· Mental effort is required to assess, plan, and make recommended decisions in a complex environment

· Potential exposure to blood/body fluids, including infectious diseases

· Must be able to maneuver throughout halls, stairways, and patient rooms in response to emergencies

· Interpretation of environmental input requires visual and auditory skills

· In the event there is a need to evacuate the building, lifting is required to transport patients to safety

· A significant amount of keyboarding and writing is required

· Wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, masks, gowns and goggles may be required

· Fine motor skills

· Long periods of intense concentration

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Key:
Occasional (1-3 hours per day or Frequent (3-7 hours per day or 33-66%)
Constant (7 or more hours per day or 66%)

· Lifting:
Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from shoulder height to waist/cart frequently
Must be able to lift 30 lbs. from floor to shoulder height on occ. basis
Must be able to lift 35 lbs. from floor to waist/cart on occ. basis

· Push/Pull:
Must be able to push/pull 30 lbs. at shoulder height/extended reach on occ. basis with awkward weight distribution and twisting/turning
Must be able to push/pull 22 lbs. at waist level frequently
Must be able to push/pull 40 lbs. at waist level on occ. basis
Must be able to lift/carry 35-40 lbs. at waist level on occ. basis
Must be able to push/pull 75 lbs. at waist level on occ. basis while maneuvering patient beds
(75 lbs. required to initiate move and 35 lbs. to maintain movement of bed)

· Standing/Walking/Sitting:
Must be able to stand for 5-8 hours
Must be able to walk for 5-8 hours

· Lower Extremities:
Must be able to kneel and squat on occ. basis

· Upper Extremities:
Must be able to grip/grasp/pinch instruments frequently

· Equipment:
Must be able to use a computer and perform keyboarding frequently

· Environmental Factors:
May be required to work on a slippery surface
May be required to work with noisy equipment during specific operative procedures
May be required to work extended hours beyond 8-12 hours on occ. basis
Will work in environmental temperatures of 67°- 80° F
POPULATION-SPECIFIC

COMPETENCIES:

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