Technologist-Surgical I

Baptist · Jonesboro, AR, United States

Posted 28 days ago

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Skills

Surgical technologyBLS certificationComputer literacy

Job description

Job Code: 20509Job Title: Technologist-Surgical IJob Description Title: Technologist-Surgical IFLSA Status:Job Family: NURSINGPROCESSLEVEL:

Job Summary

 
 

Job Summary

 

Assists surgical team during operation/procedure by arranging, inventorying and maintaining sterile set up for operation, and passes items as needed. Assists in preparation of surgical suite, moving patients, and in cleaning. Provides aid in exposure, homeostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Population Served

 
 

Job Responsibilities

 
 

Job Responsibilities

 
 
•
Assists in performance of procedures for the surgical patient in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures.
 •
Assists in providing intraoperative care.
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Safely and adequately provides and utilizes equipment and supplies based on patient needs.
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Performs activities that demonstrate technical accountability.
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Participates in ongoing educational activities.
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Completes assigned goals.
 

Specifications

 
 

Experience

 
DescriptionMinimum RequiredPreferred/Desired 

Education

 
DescriptionMinimum RequiredPreferred/Desired 
 
In Tennessee, Surgical Technologists must meet one or more of the following requirements: 1) Successfully completed a nationally accredited surgical technology program, and holds and maintains certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body that certifies surgical technologists and is recognized by the health facilities commission; (2) A) Successfully completed an accredited surgical technologies program; B) Has not, as of the date of hire, obtained certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body that certifies surgical technologists and is recognized by the health facilities commission; and C) Obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of the program; (3) Successfully completed a training program for surgical technology in the armed forces of the United States, the National Guard, or the United States public health service. (4) Performed surgical technology services as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility on or before May 21, 2007, and has been designated by the healthcare facility as being competent to perform surgical technology services based on prior experience or specialized training validated by competency in current practice. The healthcare facility employing or retaining such person as a surgical technologist under this subsection (a) obtains proof of such persons prior experience, specialized training, and current continuing competency as a surgical technologist, and makes the proof available to the health facilities commission upon request of the commission. Or: In the States of Arkansas and Mississippi; Successfully completed an accredited surgical technologies program.
 
 

Training

 
DescriptionMinimum RequiredPreferred/Desired 
 
15 hours of continuing education within 12 months of hire, annually.
 
 

Special Skills

 
DescriptionMinimum RequiredPreferred/Desired 
 
Computer literacy.
 
 

Licensure

 
DescriptionMinimum RequiredPreferred/Desired 
 
BLS certification within 14 days of hire date
 
 

Reporting Relationships

 
Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

Reporting Relationships

 
Yes
No
 

Work Environment

 
 

Functional Demands

 
LabelShort DescriptionFull Description 
Sedentary
Very light energy level
Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart
 
Light
Moderate energy level
Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)
 
Medium
High energy level
Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)
 
Heavy
Very high energy level
Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.
 

Functional Demands Rating

 
Sedentary
Light
Medium
Heavy
 

Activity Level Throughout Workday

 
 

Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting

 
Occasional
 

Physical Activity Requirements - Standing

 
Continuous
 

Physical Activity Requirements - Walking

 
Frequent
 

Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)

 
Occasional
 

Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects

 
Frequent
 

Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull

 
Frequent
 

Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting

 
Frequent
 

Physical Activity Requirements - Bending

 
Frequent
 

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward

 
Continuous
 

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead

 
Frequent
 

Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl

 
Occasional
 

Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation

 
Frequent
 

Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities

 
Frequent
 

Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion

 
Occasional
 

Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell

 
Frequent
 

Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear

 
Continuous
 

Sensory Requirements

 
Color DiscriminationNear VisionFar VisionDepth PerceptionHearing 
Yes
Accurate
Accurate
 
 
 

Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens

 
Anticipated
 

Environmental Requirements - Chemical

 
Anticipated
 

Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases

 
Anticipated
 

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures

 
Not Anticipated
 

Environmental Requirements - Radiation

 
Anticipated
 

Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

 
Not Anticipated
 

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels

 
Not Anticipated
 

Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter

 
Anticipated
 

Environmental Requirements - Other

 
 

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