Surgical Technologist
Where
- San Antonio, TX
What you'll be doing
- Plans for and obtains the equipment and supplies needed for assigned procedures according to physicians preference and specific patient needs. Prepares equipment and supplies according to manufacturers recommendations and specifications for uses during surgical procedures. Opens sterile packs, instruments and supplies for each procedure according to established aseptic techniques and protocols. Monitors sterile field during procedure and takes appropriate measures to insure integrity of sterile field and maintenance of sterile techniques. Initiates corrective action for any break in technique. Prepares medications and solutions for using procedures under the direction of the registered nurse, according to physician orders. Maintains accountability for instruments, sponges and sharps, according to hospital policy throughout the surgical procedure to ensure that no foreign objects are retained in the surgical wound. Takes appropriate action if item count is not correct and informs the appropriate staff. Consistently follows safety procedures and protocols for timeout and when handling sharp instruments, powered equipment, hazardous chemicals and lasers.
What your background should be
- This position required 1 year of experience in a hospital setting as a surgical technologist. Minimum license, certificates or registrations required. Must have and maintain one of the following certified surgical technologists, through the national board for surgical technology and surgical assisting (NBSTSA) or TSC. Tech in surgery, certified through the national center for competency testing (NCCT).
Required Schooling / Training
- High school graduate or GED equivalent required. Graduate of a surgical technologist program is preferred.
Who is the client company
- Concern about hospital & healthcare services.
- If you are interested in this position, send your resume to apply@kochdavis.com
