· Job Summary:
o Apex Spine Institute is looking for a Licensed Surgical Technologist to assist our surgical team with Spinal Surgeries in our Ambulatory Surgery Center.
· Days/Hours:
o Every Tuesday: Scrub in for Spine Surgeon
§ Occasional Wednesdays
§ Monday hours are available if needed.
· Qualifications
o High School graduate or equivalent
o Must be registered as a Surgical Technologist within the State of Washington
o Must have and maintain NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting) Certification
o Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire
· Responsibilities
o Works with the surgical team to deliver patient care during surgery
o Prepares rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment for each surgical procedure as outlined in the policy and procedure manual
o Demonstrates close attention to detail regarding aseptic technique at all times
o Performs all counts as defined in the OR policies and procedures measured by documentation on the OR record
o Maintains an orderly and sterile instrument table and/or Mayo stand per standardize set ups
o Identifies sterility of instruments knows all indicator parameters
o Anticipates the surgical routine and acts proactively according to surgeon’s instructions
o Remains and demonstrate an ability to handle unexpected situations with calm efficiency
o Asks appropriate questions to enhance the care of the patient
o Handles medications on the sterile field under the direct observation of a registered nurse
o Handles records, labels, and specimens according to established policy and procedure
o Participates in patient safety activities including pre-surgical pause
o Performs other duties as assigned
Pay: $40.00 per hour
Medical specialties:
Schedule:
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person