Surgical Technologist ERT

Reports to Manager or Director, Patient Care Services. Through the direct supervision of the professional nursing staff, assists in the care of patients undergoing surgical intervention and assists in the care, preparation, and maintenance of sterile and unsterile supplies and equipment. The Surgical Technologist acts as a primary scrub person who handles the instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure; anticipates the needs of the surgeon; has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure; has an understanding of procedures being performed; is consistently on vigil for the maintenance of the sterile field; sometimes acts as an unsterile member of the surgical team, obtaining instruments, supplies and equipment while the surgical procedure is in progress.

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Surgical Support:

• Uses highest standard of sterile technique in all aspects of surgical care.
• Corrects non-aseptic conditions as they occur.
• Performs appropriate counts with circulator as directed by hospital policy.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon in order to expedite surgical procedure.
• Acts as assistant to the surgeon during the operation when needed, under the direct supervision of that surgeon.

Assists in emergency situations and uses sound judgment in instituting corrective procedures as directed by:

• Performing CPR.
• Monitoring sterility of tables and supplies during an emergency situation.
• Calling for additional help as needed.
• Taking direction from the Surgeon, Anesthesiologist, Charge Nurse and/or circulating nurse.

Maintenance of Surgical Instruments and Supplies:

• Assists with clean up at the end of a case and prepares room for next patient with supplies and equipment needed and assures that all trash and dirty instruments are removed, and that floors and furniture are free of blood and debris.
• Stocks room as appropriate.
• Appropriately cares for instruments in preparation for sterilization and adheres to point of use cleaning standards.
• Sets up with supplies and equipment per physician's preference card.
• Stocks linens.

Uses initiative in order to acquire and