SIH-SURGICAL TECH-CERT

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Our all-new, LEED certified, state-of-the-art, 22-bed hospital opened in 2015. The new facility offers more services, updated technology and expanded healthcare for our patients.

We partner with additional healthcare professionals throughout the UM Health-Sparrow Health System to provide exceptional care whatever your health situation is. We have the expert medical care you need ? always with a caring, compassionate approach.

Positions Location: Ionia, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Under direction of a Physician or Registered Nurse is responsible for assisting surgeons, anesthetists, and nurses in the care of patients in the Operating Room.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Maintain knowledge and practice of aseptic technique.

• Assists the circulating nurse in the preparation of surgical procedures and during room turnovers between procedures.

• Prepares sterile field for surgical procedures, ensuring proper instruments and supplies are available for use.

• During the surgical procedure:

• • Anticipation of needs for surgeon and passing of instruments and supplies;
  • Functions as assistant, when needed;
  • Obtains counts with circulating nurse;
  • Cares for specimens according to procedure;
  • Maintains proper care of instruments and supplies when procedure is finished.

• Maintains equipment, supplies and environmental safety.

• Maintains knowledge of current trends in surgical procedures and instrumentation.

• Maintains standards by participating in in-services, committees, etc.

• Functions as preceptor to new associates and students.

Job Requirements

General Requirements

Certified Surgical Tech Current BLS certification

Work Experience

Previous surgical tech experience preferred

Education

High School Diploma or GED Formal Aseptic Technique Training