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Surgical TechnicianGraham Regional Medical Center • Graham, Washington, United States
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Surgical Technician

Graham Regional Medical Center
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    Graham, Washington, United States
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    Graham, Washington, United States
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Surgical Technician A member of the surgical team that works closely with the surgeon during invasive/minimally invasive procedures. Prepares the operating suites for daily procedures, including instruments and equipment. Utilizes strict aseptic technique during invasive and minimally invasive procedures. Responsible for the care, cleaning, and reprocessing of surgical instruments. Responsible for ordering, stocking and storing of sterile and non-sterile supplies in the OR suites and the sterile supply area. Responsible for the housekeeping duties within the surgical department. Assists with patient care and/or other duties as assigned by the Manager of Surgical Services and the Circulating RN. Primarily interacts with: administration, physicians, employees, clinical and non-clinical departments, patients, and visitors. Primary functions include:
Work closely with the surgeon during procedures and pass needed instruments, provide retraction, cut suture, and other duties within the scope of practice. Demonstrate strict aseptic technique during intraoperative phase including surgical hand scrub, gown and gloving (open and closed) of self and other team members. Drape or assist in draping of the patient for surgical procedures. Identify and safely and correctly handle instruments during procedures. Verify integrity of sterile packages and verify expiration dates of all items introduced into the sterile field. Open sterile instrument packs, drapes, solutions, and supplies while maintaining sterility during transfer into the sterile field. Open, prepare, and set up OR and back tables for all procedures (vaginal, abdominal, laparoscopic, rectal, facial, etc.) Properly connect sterile devices and equipment from sterile field to non-sterile sources (suction, bovie, camera, light, etc.). Safely handle and prepare medications used in the sterile field. Identify, prepare, and pass suture to surgeon. Participate in counting of sponges, needles, and instruments according to departmental policy. Recognize and verbalize breaks in sterile technique by self and others. Prepare the Operating suites and readies equipment for procedures, including housekeeping needs, instruments, and equipment. Properly care for tissue specimens, including packaging. Apply sterile dressings at the end of procedure without contamination of the dressing or the operative site. Properly prep the operative site when necessary. Assist in circulating in the operating suite under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. Responsible for daily housekeeping duties within the surgical department (including break room, sterile supply, endoscopy, scrub areas, anesthesia room, etc.) Responsible for the care, cleaning, and reprocessing of surgical instruments. Responsible for reprocessing instruments from all departments within the hospital. Responsible for ordering, stocking, and storing of non-sterile and sterile supplies in the OR and sterile supply areas. Clean instruments after operative procedures according to established procedures to ensure proper care of instruments and personal safety. Effectively utilize the instrument washer and endoscopic reprocessor and utilize proper cycle to ensure effective cleaning. Properly clean and store endoscopic equipment utilizing washer and scope rack. Assemble necessary equipment, set up, and assist physician on endoscopic examinations. Properly utilize electrocautery unit according to departmental policy. Participate in annual peer competency review process. Provide exemplary customer service. Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA. Cooperate with other personnel to achieve departmental objectives and maintain good employee relations, inter-departmental objectives and infection control policies. Cordially demonstrate timeliness and professionalism in appearance, communications, and actions during all interactions and with all individuals and entities. Solve practical problems, dealing with a variety of issues, and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form. Attend meetings as required. Perform other duties as requested or assigned.
Requirements include: Ability to use equipment, tools, materials, machines: computer, telephone, facsimile machine, copier, scanner, printer, calculator and other standard office equipment. Education/Experience/Skills/Abilities:
OR tech-graduate of surgical technician school and/or sufficient on the job training for licensed LVN surgical scrub. BLS certification required.
Experience:
4-6 weeks preceptor training required upon hire.
Personal job related skills / abilities:
Must be committed to quality and patient safety at all times. Excellent command / highly proficient in spoken and written English. Basic computer skills, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office, electronic medical documentation, and email. Must be effective at adjusting to change, prioritizing duties, handling stress and effectively communicating face-to-face and/or over the telephone. Must be able to work independently, and flexibly, and as a part of a multidisciplinary team. Must be able to manage several interruptions throughout the shift. Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written. Must have strong time management skills. Must be able to work under pressure while interacting in a helpful, courteous manner with a high degree of patient contact. Sufficient hearing, vision and dexterity to perform duties safely.
Physical and mental requirements: Physical:
Activity Up to % Activity Up to % Walking 80 Squatting 50 Standing 80 Pulling 25 Kneeling 50 Reaching 50 Sitting 10 Lift 30 Pushing 25 Wrist/Finger Movements 90 Bending 50 Climbing 5
Mental:
Stress Level: Moderate to High
Individual position core competencies:
Quality Service Excellence Compassion Professionalism Fiscal Responsibility
Required education within first 60 days (if employee is from outside organization). GrahamRMC Orientation Department Orientation 4-6 weeks preceptor training required
Continuing/Annual Education and Training: As needed to maintain certification/licensure of position CPR Falling Star Program Safety Storm Program
Supervision: Employees Supervised: __No__ ADA requirements:
Frequency of Condition
Condition 1-33% 34-66% 67%+ Description Extreme Heat X Extreme Cold X Extreme Swings in Temperature X Extreme Noise X Working Outdoors X Working Indoors X Mechanical Hazards X Electrical Hazards X Explosive Hazards X Fume/Odor Hazards X Dust/Mite Hazards X Chemical Hazards X Toxic Waste Hazards X Radiation Hazards X Wet Hazards X Heights X Other Conditions X OSHA Classification:
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  • Graham, Washington, United States

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