The OR Scrub Tech (Operating Room Scrub Technician) sets up sterile field, gathers supplies for surgical cases, based on knowledge of instruments and equipment to be used. The OR Scrub Tech may pass instruments to surgeons.

The OR Scrub Tech performs count procedures per policy during surgical cases. This position functions under the direct supervision of an RN.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) preferred;  Licensure, Certification, or Registration

Requirements for continued employment:

Current AHA, BLS, HCP Certification.

CST within 24 months of hire, preferred.
 

Experience REQUIRED: N/A

Experience PREFERRED:

OR Scrub Tech and/or Surgical Tech experience.  

Experience working in an acute care setting as a nursing assistant or aide, if no Scrub or Surgical Technologist experience

Education/training REQUIRED:  

High School Diploma or equivalent Graduate of a Surgical Technology Program or military training program  

Education/training PREFERRED:

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Program

Independent action(s) required:

Functions under the direction of RN or independent practitioner in providing indirect patient care, emotional support and problem solving, all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policies and procedures.  

Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor for time/schedule changes, legal issues, direct care which deviates from the standard and identification of educational resources to meet developmental needs.

Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional position requirements:

Surgical Technologists work all three shifts, weekends and holidays.

Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with employee’s specific Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator.

Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet staffing requirements or in the best interests of the work unit.

Takes independent call for routine cases after completing orientation period.

Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment.

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs.

Other: describe - exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances  

Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive, Repetitive motion

Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking

Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change
 

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