Certified Surgical Technologist CST (PRN)

Company: Weiser Memorial Hospital
Location: Weiser
Posted on: May 2, 2021

Job Description:

Surgical Services Operating Room Technician CST PRN (No Set Schedule)Weekend Call and Occasional Week Day Shifts AvailableJob Summary: Assists surgeon during operative and invasive procedures. Insures operating suite is adequately prepared for procedure. Monitors PAR level of all surgical instruments and supplies. Cleans and sterilizes all surgical instruments. Participates in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:Interacts professionally with patient and family.Provides patient with explanations and verbal reassurance, as necessary.Notifies appropriate licensed personnel when patient complains of pain.Adapts procedures to meet individual needs of neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients for treatment.Prepares room in a timely manner with all anticipated instruments, sutures, supplies and equipment for each individual surgical procedure.Demonstrates competence in care of specimens and accurately handles specimens at all times.Assists in positioning, prepping and draping of patients for surgical procedures.Accurately completes operating room counts (instruments, sponges, needles); follows proper procedure in the event of incorrect count; reports all discrepancies to Circulating RN and surgeon and/or corrects immediately.Carries out medical/surgical asepsis during treatments/procedures.Maintains safe environment for patient, co-workers and self, per hospital policies and procedures.Checks all equipment/instruments needed, prior to each procedure to ensure proper functioning.Protects patient's sensitivities and right to privacy; closely observes patient with minimal disturbance.Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.Follows aseptic technique, when opening sterile supplies and setting up procedures.Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.Sets up, scrubs and prepares for procedures at least 15 minutes prior to scheduled time, unless otherwise directed by Circulating RN or Nurse Manager.Performs services requiring technical or manual skills under the direction of Circulating RN.Always maintains an orderly and sterile instrument table for the purpose of efficiency; follows department standard set up.Anticipates needs of surgeon during intra operative phase.Cleans and prepares rooms between procedures and after last case; restocks supplies, when necessary and organizes effectively for end-of-case clean up.Is fully responsible for care of instruments/equipment during intra/postoperative phase, including cleaning and processing of instruments.Follows written procedures for steam sterilization; knows responsibilities and the necessity for chemical and biological monitoring.Consults with other staff members, when in question or unfamiliar with equipment or procedure.Regularly collaborates with other members of the nursing team, in order to maintain equipment and supplies for surgical procedures.Completes documentation within shift and meets current standards, policies and procedures.Establishes and maintains effective communication and good working relationship with co-workers for the patient's benefit Makes decisions reflecting knowledge of facts and good judgment within the Operating Room Technician's scope of practice. Makes decisions reflecting knowledge of assigned case and instruments and/or trays to be pulled for the procedure.Regulatory Requirements:Minimum High School diploma or equivalent.Operating Room Technician Certification (CST) and/or Certified Surgical First Assist CSFA.Current BLS Certification.Minimum of one (1) year of work experience in the operating room. Orthopedic experience preferred.Language Skills:Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Additional languages desirable.Physical Demands:For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, contact the Human Resources Department.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.Weiser Memorial Hospital complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.Weiser Memorial Hospital is an EEO/AA employer offering our employees a drug, alcohol and tobacco free work environment.

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