Overview

Acts as a member of the surgical team who primarily functions in a scrubbing capacity. May assist in circulating duties in the surgical suite.

Responsibilities

• Maintains aseptic technique while providing a quiet environment in the OR suite, respecting the dignity and privacy of the patient.

• Shares in OR suite preparation. Uses and maintains specialized equipment and supplies used for specific surgical procedures.

• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon to expedite the procedure.

• Utilizes surgical instruments and knowledge of the step-by-step sequences for surgical procedures.

• Assumes shared responsibility for proper handling of surgical specimens.

• Assists in training and orientation of new employees.

• Follows CMS conditions of participation.

• Participates in room turn over and assists in Central Sterile duties.

• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• A graduate of an approved school of surgical technology or program accepted by the Association of Surgical Technologists required.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• National certification as a surgical technician required.

• BLS Certification

• Currently Registered with the New Hampshire Board of Registration for Medical Technicians

• Prior OR/ ASC experience preferred.

• Area of Interest:Allied Health;

• FTE/Hours per pay period:0.60 - 24 hrs/per week;

• Shift:Day;

• Job ID:23777;

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