SOUTH SUNFLOWER COUNTY HOSPITAL

SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST

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Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures

• Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure

• Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings

• Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures

• Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables in order to prevent injury to patient and personnel

• Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines

• Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis

• Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies

• Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments

• Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment

 

Qualifications for Surgical Technologist

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• Continuing in-services and educations program required

• Current Basic Life Support certificate required

• Ability to interact comfortably with a high volume of patients, families, and staff in a stressful environment

• Demonstrated knowledge of operation and maintenance of equipment and supplies located in the operating room