Schedule:
Facility: MAIN CAMPUS
Date Posted: Oct 29, 2024
Description
Location: Main Campus
Department: OPERATING ROOM
Schedule: Full Time, , 0630-1900 with call
POSITION SUMMARY
The Surgical Technologist has the ability to integrate an understanding of anatomy & physiology, surgical procedures, implementation of tools & principles of aseptic technique, while under the direct supervision of the surgical physician and registered nurse, to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. The incumbent has the necessary knowledge & ability to remain constantly vigilant in the maintenance of the sterile field while anticipating the needs of the surgeon.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Regularly required to walk and reach and stretch with hands and arms. Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, and control knobs, of equipment and/or instruments. Frequently required to stand for long periods of time; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear; and smell. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth vision, and ability to adjust focus. Occasionally excessive strength is required to restrain confused or combative patients. Frequently works near moving mechanical parts and with explosive materials. Frequent exposure to blood and body fluids. Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.