SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST

JOB OVERVIEW: A primary function of the surgical technologist is as the “scrub person” in the surgical suite and other clinical areas.
ROLE: See job description for Clinical Support Partner for generic job duties.
AREA OF ASSIGNMENT: Surgical Services
RESPONSIBLE TO: Patient Care Manager or Designee

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Capable of comprehending, executing, acting, and directing independently.
• Able to communicate effectively in oral and written form in the English language.
• Neat and well-groomed appearance.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills in a diverse population.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with the physical and emotional developments of all ages served.
• Demonstrates ability to actively participate and apply the Valley Values in daily work.

UNIQUE PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT, AND WORKING

CONDITIONS: See Generic Job Description for Clinical Support Partner.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Capable of comprehending, executing, acting, and directing independently.
• Able to communicate effectively in oral and written form in the English language.
• Neat and well-groomed appearance.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills in a diverse population.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with the physical and emotional developments of all ages served.
• Demonstrates ability to actively participate and apply the Valley Values in daily work.

A. Generic Job Functions: See Generic Job Description for Clinical
Support Partner

B: Unique Job Functions:

• Assures that surgical procedures/preference cards that enumerate surgeon’s preferences are current and followed.
• Assures physical preparation of clinical area, i.e., place furniture.
• Prepares specimens for sending to Pathology. Transports specimens as necessary per protocol.
• Establishes and maintains sterile field.
• Prepares instruments for use as necessary.
• Assists in room turnover and set up in a timely manner.
• Familiar with autoclave use.
• Coordinates stocking with staff members.
• Observes Surgical Services Department dress code and wears identification badge.
• Complies with attendance and tardiness standards.
• Verifies exposure to a sterilization process and integrity of sterile packaging. Opens supplies aseptically.
• Prepares and knows the specific uses of all needed equipment and supplies, including solutions and drugs.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates applied knowledge base in areas of:
• Generic Unit Structure Standards
• Unit Specific Process Standards
• Patient Care Resources/References
• Follow chain of command for unresolved issues.
• Successfully completes annual competency testing.
• Performance reflects knowledge of Association of Surgical Technologists Standards of Practice.