Surgical Scrub Technologist

SURGICAL SCRUB TECHNOLOGIST

Bone & Joint Institute of South Georgia (BJISG) is a well-established, busy orthopaedic practice serving over 18 counties in Southeast Georgia. With four locations, seven healthcare providers, and over 70 employees, BJISG is a leading employer with a collaborative team environment. The practice offers a competitive salary and benefits package to all full-time employees, including health insurance and a 401(k).

Our mission at the Bone & Joint Institute is to offer our patients the finest orthopaedic care available and consider it a privilege to be trusted with their care. We pride ourselves on being a great place to practice orthopaedic medicine, a great place for employees to work, and a great place for patients to receive care.

The Surgical Scrub Technologist plays a vital role in the BJISG Operating Room.  A Bone & Joint Scrub Tech ensures quality patient care during all operative procedures while maintaining a sterile field, anticipates the needs of the surgeon, pulls cases according to preference cards, and ensures the surgeon has all necessary items to complete cases.  The Surgical Scrub Technologist candidate should have the necessary knowledge and ability to appropriately handle surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment as necessary during orthopaedic surgical procedures.  The candidate will also assist the Sterile Processing Department with proper decontamination of all surgical instruments, re-assembly and proper wrapping of surgical trays, and be knowledgeable in sterilization procedures and safety/infection control measures.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

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  High school diploma


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  Graduate of a Certified Surgical Technologist program, national certification preferred


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  Minimum 2 years of experience working in an operating room required


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  Familiarity with orthopedic procedures preferred


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  Good communication skills


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  Ability to use computerized software efficiently


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  Neat, professional appearance


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  Fast paced self-starter


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  Highly organized and astute attention for detail

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Makes sure all appropriate surgical instruments are ready for the surgeon


• Acquires and maintains an understanding of surgical procedures being performed


• Ensures proper sterilization techniques (OSHA standard) are used for instrument trays


• Ensures all sterilization indicators have turned and there are no breaks/tears in the wrappers


• Ensures that filters are in all the metal caskets and integrators in trays have turned


• Keeps supply room and operating room neat and well stocked


• Coordinates the maintenance scheduling/testing of the autoclave and other surgical equipment used in the operating room


• Can speak to the various runs that can be performed and the parameters that need to be met when utilizing the sterilizer


• Can name the various types of tests that are needed each day to assure the proper functioning of the sterilizer


• Knows how to do a biological test and what is needed to show positive/negative results


• Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure


• Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedure


• Performs the labeling of all solutions and medications in accordance with regulatory guidelines


• Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation and before incision is closed


• Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants


• Helps in draping sterile field


• Passes instruments, etc., to surgeon during procedure


• Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure


• Prepares sterile dressings and applies them according to surgeon’s standards


• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization


• Assists other members of team with terminal cleaning of room


• Assists with the moving and positioning of the patient. Identification of all pressure points and needs for additional padding to prevent pressure injuries


• Maintains patient confidentiality; complies with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established by the practice


• Maintains detailed knowledge of practice management and other computer software as it relates to job functions

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  Performs additional duties as requested by Manager or Team Leader/Supervisor