Surgical Technologist

 Brattleboro Memorial Hospital /

Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation

Job Description: Surgical Technologist Full Time

Job Title: Surgical Technologist

Job Code: 274

Hours: Days 7am-3:30

Weekend Schedule: ON Call

Holiday Schedule: ON Call

FTE:1

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department Name: Operating Rooms

Location: Brattleboro, Vermont  

Job Description

The Surgical Technologist is an integral member of the perioperative team who works collaboratively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, registered nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide safe, effective, and high-quality surgical care. Under the direction and supervision of the surgeon and in partnership with the surgical team, the Surgical Technologist facilitates the efficient performance of surgical and invasive procedures while maintaining a safe and sterile operating environment.

The Surgical Technologist is responsible for ensuring the availability, functionality, and proper handling of surgical instruments, supplies, equipment, and implants necessary for patient care. Through expert knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique, surgical procedures, anatomy, instrumentation, and emerging technologies, the Surgical Technologist anticipates the needs of the surgical team and contributes to optimal patient outcomes.

The Surgical Technologist promotes patient safety by maintaining the integrity of the sterile field, adhering to infection prevention standards, participating in surgical counts, assisting with patient positioning and preparation, and supporting compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements. The role requires strong technical skills, critical thinking, attention to detail, effective communication, and a commitment to teamwork and continuous professional development. 

DEPT. SCOPE OF SERVICE:

• Perioperative Services consists of the Operating Room (OR), Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Ambulatory Care Unit (ACU), Endoscopy, Minor Procedures and Sterile Processing Dept. Patients are cared for from 10 months until the end of life. General      surgery, OB/GYN, orthopedic, urology, ophthalmology, and podiatry are performed in the three rooms. Cesarean sections are performed in the Birthing Center operating room.  
• Perioperative Services is staffed by Registered Nurses, Surgical Tech, Materials Specialist, Scheduler/Staffing Coordinator, Sterile Processing Technicians, LNA, Workflow Coordinator. OR assist and a Director of Perioperative Services.  
• The OR provides care 24 hrs. a  day, each day of the year. The OR’s elective schedule is from 7:00am to 3:30pm. Care is      coordinated between physician offices, the OR, Anesthesiology, the Pre Anesthesia clinic, and the Perioperative Supervisor for PACU/ACU and the OR/SPD. Predictable starting times for surgery and admitting times for patients are established by the Director or designee.
• The PACU has an area for the immediate preoperative care and reassessment of patients for surgery, for the admission and discharge of select ACU patients, and primarily, for the provision of intensive observation and care of patients following      operative and special procedures.
• Sterile Processing decontaminates & re sterilizes instruments and equipment for the OR and other BMH units.
• The ACU cares for surgical /medical patients, providing pre and postoperative care and education services. 
• Pre Anesthesia Clinic is staffed by Registered Nurses, Workflow Coordinator and Unit Secretary. Patients are interviewed prior to surgery, pre-op consults, and test results reviewed, and anesthesia guidelines followed to assure adequate patient assessment and preparation prior to surgery.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: 

• High school graduate or equivalent. 
• Completion of a surgical technology certificate program or comparable experience required

Experience: 

• Recent OR scrub experience required.

Licensure/Certification: 

• Certification from Association of Surgical Technologists preferred.
• CPR required.

Mental Efforts: 

• Requires eye/hand coordination and manual dexterity.
• Normal or corrected vision/hearing.
• Helping and assisting with the lifting and/or moving of patients from one point to another.
• Environment & Working Conditions Potential exposure to hazardous material, body fluids, bloodborne pathogens and communicable diseases.

OSHA CATEGORY

• OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.
• Standing - Up to 1/3
• Walking - Up to 1/3
• Sitting - 2/3 or more
• Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more
• Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - Up to 1/3
• Pushing/Pulling - None
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - None
• Reaching with hands and arms - Up to 1/3
• Tasting or smelling - None

This position requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted.

• Up to 10 pounds - 2/3 or more
• Up to 25 pounds - 1/3 to 1/2
• Up to 50 pounds - Up to 1/3
• Up to 100 pounds - None
• More than 100 pounds - None

This position has special vision requirements.

• Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.
• Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - None
• Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 1/3
• Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1/3
• Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1/3
• Outdoor weather conditions - None
• Extreme cold (non-weather) - None
• Extreme heat (non-weather) - None
• Risk of electrical shock - None
• Work with explosives - None
• Risk of radiation - None
• Vibration - None
• The typical noise level for the environment is:
• Very Quiet
• Quiet
• Moderate Noise
• Loud Noise
• Hearing
• Ability to hear calls
• Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others

EEO/ADA Statement

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources.

Compensation Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155

In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.