Surgical Tech

Works under the supervision of Surgical Services Leadership. Assists surgical team before, during, and after surgery by performing the following duties.Here is what you will be doing:Sorts, assembles, and packs surgical instruments, trays, and supplies following established protocol, preference card, or manufacturer instructions.Identifies and selects the instruments and equipment necessary for surgical procedures.Decontaminates and cleans reusable equipment and/or supplies, maintains storage rooms.Monitors equipment and/or supplies for repair or replacement needs and notifies appropriate department personnel as needed.Assists the surgeon during the operative procedure.Anticipates surgeon’s needs to expedite the procedure thereby minimizing the patient’s exposure to trauma.Maintains strict aseptic technique, properly maintains sterile instruments and adheres to proper sterilization techniques.Monitors sterile field for possible breaks in sterile technique. Maintains fiscal prudence when managing their sterile fields.Counts sponges, needles, and instruments before and after procedure.Uses the autoclave and Steris unitsAssists with room turnover, cleaning, and restocking.Supports staffing needs of department by working flexible hours, on call, and overtime as needed.Desired Skills:Ability to identify instruments and equipment necessary for surgical proceduresKnowledge of supplies, instruments, and equipment and their usesAbility to maintain strict aseptic environmentAbility to maintain on call rotationExcellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsHere is what you will need:High school diploma (or Equivalent Certificate from an accredited program) or higher degree and one (1) or more years of healthcare experience

OR, 45 Days: Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program within 45 days of start date.

Cheyenne Regional AHA RQI within 14 calendar days of start date

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