UT Health San Antonio
Hospital - Intermediate Surgical Technologist (Part-time)
UT Health San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
Overview
Hospital - Intermediate Surgical Technologist (Part-time) Under general supervision the intermediate surgical technologist works under the supervision of the registered nurse and medical staff to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and minimally invasive surgical procedures. This individual works to assist that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Schedule: Part-time. Responsibilities
Collaborates with the Registered Nurse to continuously update the nursing plan of care and recommends interventions to meet identified patient goals. Remains current in their knowledge of surgical technology. Assures that all items used are replaced in inventory, charged for and reported to the circulator of the case. With the circulating nurse and anesthesia personnel, assists in positioning the patient on the operating table, prepares and/or assists in the preparation of the operative site, drapes, or assists in draping the patient, at the request of the surgeon. When necessary, assists the anesthesiologist or anesthetist during administration of anesthetic. Under the direction of the surgeon, performs duties such as holding retractors, suction, clamping vessels, and applying dressings, etc. Acts as surgeon first or second assistant in the absence of the surgeon\'s first assistant within their realm of practice (except suturing, injecting medications and cutting tissue). Evaluates and recommends updates to surgeon preference cards and notifies appropriate personnel of needed changes. Upon completion of the surgery, assists in moving the patient off the operating table onto the stretcher and transporting to the recovery room. Prepares labels, labels drugs and verifies specimens according to protocol and surgeons. Uses proper documentation related to sterilization procedures and signs/verifies initials on instrument count sheet and preference list when pulling a case is completed. Maintains knowledge of emergency protocol to manage an emergency by ensuring surgical set-ups necessary to respond. Performs all other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Surgical Technologist. Ability to follow infection control policies and procedures. Knowledge of decontamination, packaging and sterilization of instrumentation and supplies. Accountability for patient care environment including reporting malfunctioning equipment and maintaining instrumentation and patient safety. Ability to perform assigned patient care tasks under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse and under the surgeon\'s direction for procedural tasks. Ability to assess and anticipate needed supplies for scheduled and emergent procedures, ensure patient comfort and safety, and anticipate the needs of the surgeon to expedite the procedure by passing instruments, sponges and sutures. Knowledge to prepare the operating room for a procedure with assistance for disinfection of furniture and equipment. Ability to exercise proper sterile technique and arrange the sterile field per procedure. Knowledge to utilize equipment and supplies efficiently, manage charges, and ensure replacement of medical and surgical supplies. Daily checks, restocking, and inventory of supplies for surgery and related procedures. Ability to assist in clearing the operating room for the next procedure, including disposal of contaminated linen and waste and disinfecting equipment. Ability to participate in counts with the circulating nurse to ensure counts are correct. Ability to serve as a preceptor and mentor by fostering a teaching environment. Required Skills
Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Surgical Technologist. Seniorities and Employment
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job Function & Industry
Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Higher Education Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at UT Health San Antonio.
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Hospital - Intermediate Surgical Technologist (Part-time) Under general supervision the intermediate surgical technologist works under the supervision of the registered nurse and medical staff to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and minimally invasive surgical procedures. This individual works to assist that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Schedule: Part-time. Responsibilities
Collaborates with the Registered Nurse to continuously update the nursing plan of care and recommends interventions to meet identified patient goals. Remains current in their knowledge of surgical technology. Assures that all items used are replaced in inventory, charged for and reported to the circulator of the case. With the circulating nurse and anesthesia personnel, assists in positioning the patient on the operating table, prepares and/or assists in the preparation of the operative site, drapes, or assists in draping the patient, at the request of the surgeon. When necessary, assists the anesthesiologist or anesthetist during administration of anesthetic. Under the direction of the surgeon, performs duties such as holding retractors, suction, clamping vessels, and applying dressings, etc. Acts as surgeon first or second assistant in the absence of the surgeon\'s first assistant within their realm of practice (except suturing, injecting medications and cutting tissue). Evaluates and recommends updates to surgeon preference cards and notifies appropriate personnel of needed changes. Upon completion of the surgery, assists in moving the patient off the operating table onto the stretcher and transporting to the recovery room. Prepares labels, labels drugs and verifies specimens according to protocol and surgeons. Uses proper documentation related to sterilization procedures and signs/verifies initials on instrument count sheet and preference list when pulling a case is completed. Maintains knowledge of emergency protocol to manage an emergency by ensuring surgical set-ups necessary to respond. Performs all other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Surgical Technologist. Ability to follow infection control policies and procedures. Knowledge of decontamination, packaging and sterilization of instrumentation and supplies. Accountability for patient care environment including reporting malfunctioning equipment and maintaining instrumentation and patient safety. Ability to perform assigned patient care tasks under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse and under the surgeon\'s direction for procedural tasks. Ability to assess and anticipate needed supplies for scheduled and emergent procedures, ensure patient comfort and safety, and anticipate the needs of the surgeon to expedite the procedure by passing instruments, sponges and sutures. Knowledge to prepare the operating room for a procedure with assistance for disinfection of furniture and equipment. Ability to exercise proper sterile technique and arrange the sterile field per procedure. Knowledge to utilize equipment and supplies efficiently, manage charges, and ensure replacement of medical and surgical supplies. Daily checks, restocking, and inventory of supplies for surgery and related procedures. Ability to assist in clearing the operating room for the next procedure, including disposal of contaminated linen and waste and disinfecting equipment. Ability to participate in counts with the circulating nurse to ensure counts are correct. Ability to serve as a preceptor and mentor by fostering a teaching environment. Required Skills
Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Surgical Technologist. Seniorities and Employment
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job Function & Industry
Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Higher Education Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at UT Health San Antonio.
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