scrub tech or-prn

Job Summary
Works in collaboration with the surgeon and RN to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Assists with orientation of all surgical techs in the perioperative area. Assists with the implementation of OR policies and procedures. Facilitates safe and effective completion of surgical procedures. Plans and implements direct and indirect care to patients of all ages in the Operating Room. Prepares and maintains aseptic surgical field, assists with procedures performed in surgery, functions in a scrub role and as part of the OR team. Handles instruments according to their instructions for use and follows infection prevention principles.

Essential Functions

• Prepares the operating room for surgical cases, ensuring all equipment, instruments, and supplies are properly organized and available by applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.
• Maintains aseptic techniques and ensures sterile field integrity during surgical procedures.
• Anticipates the surgeon's needs during procedures, efficiently passing instruments and materials as required.
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse to ensure patient safety.
• Retains, labels, and documents specimens for pathology accurately, ensuring proper handling and