Certified Surgical Technologist - Ambulatory Surgery

Assists surgeon with procedures related to the care of patients of all ages during surgical intervention.

• Assists in the coordination of treatments with other disciplines.
• Provides basic patient assistance.
• Connects patients to clinical equipment as needed.
• Practices aseptic techniques while preparing for surgery including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and setting up instrument table.
• Actively participates in surgical timeout.
• Identifies correct surgical site with the circulating Registered Nurse and surgeon for operative procedures.
• Maintains an accurate account of supplies including sponges, needles and instruments, per policy.
• Prepares, identifies and verifies all specimens obtained during the surgical procedure.
• Prepares room in a timely manner with all anticipated instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment for each individual surgical procedure.
• Disposes of linens, needles, and sharps in appropriate containers.
• Assesses wounds and applies or changes sterile dressing as instructed by the Registered Nurse and Surgeon.
• Anticipates needs of surgeon during the intra-operative phase.
• Cleans and prepares room between procedures and organizes effectively for end-of-case cleanup.
• Reports to the Registered Nurse, reactions, results of procedures, and any changes observed in the patient's condition.
• Documents pertinent medical information and initiates emergency procedures where indicated.
• Restocks Operating rooms, monitors inventory and pulls case supplies for the following day.
• Assists in the training of new personnel in the primary area of responsibility.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.