Scrub Technician at MACON HOSPITAL INC

Lafayette, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

31.0

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Surgical Assistance, Patient Care, AORN Guidelines Adherence, Communication, Teamwork, BLS Certification, Assessment, Treatment

Industry

Description

MACON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Position Description Department Name: Operating Room Employee Name: Job Title: Scrub Technician Effective Date: Reports to (Title): Registered Nurse and DON Supervises: (Positions) None I. Position Summary: Reports to the Perioperative Coordinator and DON. The LPN/Scrub Technician works along side the surgeon and surgical staff. They would act as surgical staff member to assist surgeons and nurses in providing care for our patients while following the guidelines set by AORN. II. Position Requirements: A. Licensure/Certification/Registration: High school graduate or GED equivalent B. Education: Certification from an accredited Scrub Technician program C. Experience: One (1) year previous experience in Scrub Technician preferred D. Special qualifications: BLS – health care provider. Good communication skills, both orally and written. Ability to work with others as a team to ensure quality patient care. III. Degree of Supervision Required: Involves general guidance and direction by Registered Nurses and Director of Nursing Services. The employee will be expected to perform most job duties independently and in accordance with established departmental and hospital policies and procedures. IV. Ages of Patients Served: This position requires competence in assessment, treatment, and/or care for the age groups indicated. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned service area. The skills and knowledge needed to provide such care may be gained through education, training, or experience. Birth - 1 Year Infant 2-12 Year Pediatric 13-18 Years Adolescent 19-69 Years Adult 70 + Geriatric N/A No responsibility to treat or care for patients V. Working Conditions: Hospital rooms, common areas, clinical departments, and hospital grounds. Potential hazards include: Exposure to None Some Frequent Very Frequent Exposure to None Some Frequent Very Frequent • toxic/caustic chemicals X • blood or body fluids X •extreme conditions, hot or cold X • communicable diseases X • dust/fumes/ gases X •unprotected heights X • moving mechanical arts X • CRT (computer) Monitor X •potential electric shock X •frequent,repetitive motions X • x-ray electromagnetic energy X • other (as listed) X • high pitched Noises X • needles or other sharp objects X VI. Physical Requirements: Constant: sitting, seeing, hearing, and finger dexterity. Constant concentration in fine details with frequent interruptions. Occasional: pushing, pulling, climbing, bending, stooping, twisting, using arm, leg and back muscles may be required. May be expected to lift more than 25 pounds. Manage stress appropriately, handle multiple priorities. Make decisions under stress. Work along and manage anger, fear, hostility and violence of others appropriately. VII. Personal Protective Equipment: The position requires the use of personal protective equipment during various task/activities. Personal protective equipment includes, but is not limited to gloves, masks and safety glasses. I have reviewed these job requirements and verify that I can perform all essential functions of this position. I understand that information regarding patients at this facility is confidential and is not to be disclosed without written authorization of the patient or authorized representative. I will discuss patient's information only in the course of my duties and never in open areas such as hallways, snack bar, etc., where it might be overheard by visitors or other patients, or outside of the hospital while off duty. I also understand that information in some patient's records may be governed by federal regulation and that disclosure of such information is punishable by fine or imprisonment, even after I leave the employment of the facility. I certify that I have completed HIPAA training and will honor all policies and procedures. I understand that violations of these policies and procedures may result in sanctions. I agree to abide by all local, state and federal laws. Employee Signature: Date:

Responsibilities

The Scrub Technician works alongside the surgeon and surgical staff, acting as a surgical team member to assist surgeons and nurses in providing patient care. This role requires strict adherence to guidelines set by AORN.