Primary Location

University Hospital - UMC

Address

530 South Jackson Street Louisville, KY 40202

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Job Description Summary

Working under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practitioner, the Surgical Technician, Certified performs a variety of duties to assist the surgical team by functioning as a scrub team member in support of the nursing vision.

Essential Functions

• Prepares the operative area of the patient, drapes sterile field, and maintains an aseptic environment by practicing sterile technique throughout the surgical procedure.
• Passes instruments, sponges, and sutures to surgeon and surgical assistants; counts needles, sponges, and instruments at appropriate intervals; identifies and monitors all medications.
• Receives and handles surgical specimens as directed by the surgeon.
• Prepares the operating room for cases by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies according to type of case and assists with room turnover.
• Institutes cleaning, reprocessing, and storage of instruments and equipment.
• Obtains appropriate continuing education units (CEU) for certification.

Shift Requirements

Shift Length (in hours): 8 – 12
# Shifts/Week: 3 – 5
Overtime Required: Often

Other Functions

• Restocks operating room and supply cabinets with supplies according to departmental procedures; assists in transfer and positioning of patients as directed by surgeon or circulating nurse.
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.