Certified SurgicalTechnician

Job description

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, assists in the surgical suite during surgical procedures; functions within the protocols, practice guidelines, procedures and physician directives of Sturdy Memorial Hospital, and the Department of Nursing in accordance with the Massachusetts rules and regulations for ancillary health care providers, CDC and OSHA standards, and any other applicable regulatory or accreditation agency. Required Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience: - Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of asepsis and sterile technique, anatomy and physiology and medical terminology - Demonstrates knowledge and skill in the care and handling of specimens, special positioning of patients, environmental dangers and complications of surgical procedures - Demonstrates manual dexterity, professional ethics, cost containment and knowledge and skill in handling instrumentation and suture - Demonstrates an understanding of anatomy and physiology, communications, prostheses, solutions and anesthesia - Must meet all criteria associated with responsibilities detailed in this document - Must visibly demonstrate commitment to customer relations and a...