POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the RN, the scrub technician functions as a vital member of the interdisciplinary team in the scrub/assistant role while working alongside surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Helps to prepare the operating room and provides surgeons and patients with the necessary instrumentation, supplies, and equipment needed for a variety of surgical procedures by anticipating surgeon and patient needs. Maintains a vast and ongoing knowledge of specialty equipment and instrument function, including inspection, replacement, and sterilization. Demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit and the organization. Applies good interpersonal and communication process utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills to achieve organizational service goals of customer satisfaction and a positive work environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accountable to the unit Manager and/or the Director of the department.
• Knowledge of AORN/SGNA recommended standards.
• Sets the sterile environment and maintains the sterile field during the procedure.
• Assists in patient positioning and transport as needed.
• Assists on all types of procedures (for patients of all ages) based on an understanding of the fundamentals and routines for each procedure to ensure that procedures are performed efficiently and effectively and with patient safety a priority.
• Takes care of specimens, prepares, checks, and monitors medications, and assists with dressings.
• Participates in the orientation and education of staff and acts as a preceptor for employees, new grads, and new hires.
• Participates in stocking and restocking of medical supplies to ensure availability. Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among coworkers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.
• Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental quality control, performance improvement, and quality planning activities.

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