The Christ Hospital Health Network · 3 months ago
Surgical Technologist - Main Operating Room - Full Time - Days
Cincinnati, OH
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expThe Christ Hospital Health Network is focused on providing high-quality healthcare services, and they are seeking a Surgical Technologist for their Main Operating Room. This role involves assisting in surgical procedures, maintaining surgical instruments, and ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the surgical process.
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Responsibilities
Checks daily assignment
Reviews surgical preference lists to clarify surgical routine and update preference lists as needed
Utilize resources to obtain needed supplies for the case
Checks table(s) for complete readiness for each procedure. Ensures all items needed for the case are present:
Obtains physician’s special instruments and sutures prior to start of the case
Demonstrates knowledge and dexterity in handling of special supplies and equipment and assures its proper functioning. Is knowledgeable of the specifics of the surgical procedure and able to perform these tasks in an organized and efficient manner
Under the surgeon’s supervision, assists with suctioning secretions, holding retractors, assisting with skin closure, cutting sutures and irrigating wounds
Circulates for operative procedures under supervision of R.N
At the end of procedure assist with site care
Cleanses operative site
Connects drainage tubes to appropriate devices
Assists and/or applied sterile dressing
Assists with patient transfer to bed/stretcher
Covers soiled gloves with clean exam gloves
Assists with transfer with adequate number of assistants present
Responsible for knowing and using good body mechanics
Disassembles table(s) contents and instruments, and places in proper receptacles for cleaning
Sends (appropriate) instruments to CSR and/or clean up room for terminal cleaning
Functions as a Patient Advocate
Is aware of physical and emotional needs at all times and gives appropriate care and comfort
Will assist any patient in need, not just those assigned to his/her care
Protects patient’s dignity while anesthetized by avoiding unnecessary exposure
Protects patient’s privacy by insuring confidentiality of chart and history
Puts proper patients’ welfare above person consideration; admits to errors and takes proper steps to correct
Ensures communication made to surgeon prior to the start of the case if any supplies and/or equipment are unavailable
Effectively communicates with all health team members in a timely and courteous manner
Shares pertinent information with Charge Nurse
Effectively communicates pertinent information to relief personnel so as to provide safe continuity of care
Attendance is prompt and regular
Supports self and peers in professional growth and development utilizing resources and opportunities within and outside of The Christ Hospital
Acts as a resource, educator and preceptor for staff and nursing students
Dress code of the Operating Room is followed
Volunteer’s assistance as a resource and/or preceptor in assigned areas
Assists in the orientation of new personnel
Participates in 75% of staff meetings and 75% of council meetings as appropriate
Participates in council activities and task forces to improve competencies of self, co-workers, and staff members related to patient care
Completes all educational requirements to maintain competency related to specific population of patient and/or regulatory agencies (Healthstream education 100% on-time completion and attendance for annual education day)
Submits required tests and paperwork in a timely manner without management interventions
Participates in self and peer review activities to include the positive recognition of peers and staff on a regular basis
Participation in professional advancement program is encouraged
Prepares for certification specific to work area of professional practice when eligible
Participation in chosen professional organizations, conferences and research is encouraged
Assists in expediting case turnaround time
Assists with cleaning of tables, floors, etc
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to change
Takes only allotted time for breaks and lunch according to the policy
Understands factors related to cost and effective outcomes when planning and implementing patient care
Initiates care in a timely manner, manages workload effectively
Understands and maintains awareness of fiscal responsibility by utilizing staff, time, equipment, and supplies appropriately
Demonstrates, maintains, identifies, and corrects any breaks in aseptic technique while setting up the case as well as during the surgical procedure
Instruments, sharps, and sponges are counted according to policy
Identifies and transfers surgical specimens according to O.R. policy
Performs safety check on all equipment (power instruments, etc.) for proper assembly, completeness and operation before it is used
Correctly prepares and labels medications including dosages and percentages to be used during the case according to type of procedure to be done and/or doctor’s preference card
Keeps operative field free of unused instruments, equipment, and sharps
Receives instruments from surgeon
Keeps instruments clean by wiping blood and tissue from instruments
Removes unnecessary articles from the operative field
Follows universal precautions according to hospital policy
Qualification
Required
Has contact with physicians, families, and other hospital personnel related to care of assigned patients
Sound judgment and knowledge of scientific principles must be used
Competency in selected skills is required through hospital provided instruction
Frequent exposure to stressful patient situations requires the ability to maintain composure in order to respond swiftly and effectively to patient needs
The surgical technologist has completed education in surgical technology and/or has completed on the job experience/training which allows the technologist to obtain certification
None required for years of experience
The Surgical Technologists demonstrates the knowledge, abilities, and skills to provide age and culturally specific patient care and education
The ST effectively communicates with peers, utilizes appropriate channels of communication and maintains absolute confidentiality
The ST maintains competence and demonstrates evidence of continuing professional growth
The ST demonstrates the ability to accept and implement change and the ability to work in a culturally diverse setting
The ST is responsible for knowledge, use, care, and handling of surgical instruments
All OR ST's obtain certification within 6 months from start date in department with either a CST or TS-C (NCCT)
ST's who were employed at TCH prior to January 2010 are required to obtain certification by December 31, 2018
Company
The Christ Hospital Health Network
The Christ Hospital Health Network is a healthcare system that provides intensive care, wellness and speciality services.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
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