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Job Information
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

A Brief Overview
The Lead Surgical Technologist handles instruments, supplies, and equipment before, during, and after surgical procedures as well as providing instruction for new hires regarding the appropriate process. He/she has an understanding of the procedures being performed throughout the Surgery department and works collaboratively with the Clinical Educator and Charge Nurses to provide instruction where needed. He/she has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality instruction regarding appropriate patient care during the operative procedure. He/she must have good people skills for precepting employees as well as a positive attitude and the ability to perform under stress. Must be able to instruct new staff as well as perform the following the duties:

Education Qualifications

• Graduate of structured operating room program required or comparable education with documentation.

Experience Qualifications

• 2 years Surgical technologist experience. Required

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist - AST Preferred

What you will do

• Hands instruments and supplies to surgeon, holds retractors, cuts sutures, and performs tasks as directed by surgeon during the operation. Wound closure is specific to Certified First Assistant (CFA) duties and is referenced to the Certified First Assistant (CFA) job description. Maintains highest standard of sterile technique and promptly reports any compromise.
• Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, and equipment prior to patient entry. Places sterile dressings on patient following surgery.
• Assists team members to place and position patient on O.R. table. Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants.
• Performs appropriate counts with the RN Circulator prior to the operation and before the incision is closed.
• Checks supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedures.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for transport to decontamination. Scrubs, gowns, and gloves.
• Mixes and labels all medications under the supervision of the RN Circulator.
• Helps in draping the sterile field.
• Attends to proper care and handling of specimens while they are on the sterile field.
• Provide timely, accurate and concise reports on all patients to oncoming personnel.
• Assists other members of the team with terminal cleaning of room. Assists in prepping room for the next patient.
• Troubleshoot orientation issues between preceptors, orientees, and physicians.
• Works with Surgical Tech Supervisor to make daily assignments.
• Provides guidance and works with Sterile Processing Techs and Instrument tech for accurate sets and instrument check sheets
• Communicates with board runner and surgical tech supervisor about case status.
• • Precept new scrubs as assigned.

Required for All Jobs

• Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
• Performs other duties as assigned

Patient Facing Options

• Position is Patient Facing

Remote Work Guidelines

• Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
• Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
• Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
• Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
• Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.

Remote Work Capability

• On-Site; No Remote

Scope

• No Supervisory Responsibility
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• No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility

Physical Demands

• Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour
• Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours
• Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours
• Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours
• Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours
• Hearing: Frequently 3-5 Hours
• Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 15 lbs
• Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 15 lbs
• Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 15 lbs
• Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 15 lbs
• Reaching (Overhead): Rarely less than 1 hour up to 15 lbs
• Repetitive Motions: Frequently 3-5 Hours
• Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Standing: Continuously greater than 5 hours
• Stooping: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Working Conditions

• Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Needle Stick: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Noise/Sounds: Rarely less than 1 hour
• Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.

Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.