Surgical Technologist 1-Children's
Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System · Baton Rouge, Louisiana, US
Assists in the preparation of the surgical room, prepares and maintains the sterile field, provides surgical team with supplies and instruments, and cares fo...
Job description
Assists in the preparation of the surgical room, prepares and maintains the sterile field, provides surgical team with supplies and instruments, and cares for equipment following surgical procedures. It is the responsibility of the incumbent(s) of this position to incorporate the Mission values and philosophy of the organization into all aspects of job duties. 1. Surgical Case Preparation a. Assists in the preparation of the surgical case through creation of the sterile field, operating specialized instruments or equipment, and ensuring that proper supply levels are maintained in an effort toward providing quality health care services. b. Provides for patient safety by performing surgical counts, checking that instruments and equipment are in good working condition, and by proper handling of specimens. 2. Quality and Patient Safety a. Ensures that high quality health care services are provided to patients by maintaining infection control techniques and monitoring situations which could lead to breaches in technique. b. Demonstrates and maintains clinical competency in the delivery of patient care services. c. Utilizes all equipment, supplies, facilities, and resources in a prudent...