Technician - Pediatric CV Surgical Services (CST)
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Overview
Position is responsible for providing expert perioperative patient care through the use of equipment and instrumentation. Position functions as a scrub assistant to the physician performing operative and/or invasive procedures. Works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and as outlined in the Surgical Technologist Skills Inventory; uses knowledge/expertise to act as a role model and resource for other staff. Job Description Minimum Qualifications: -Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program and current Certification as a Surgical -Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology & Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or -National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). -Has ten (10) or more years experience as a surgical technologist and/or demonstrated competence in two (2) or more surgical specialties. -Certified in Basic Life Support. -Demonstrates clinical competency within all specialty areas and clinical expertise in a specified number of specialty areas, as determined by the individual facility needs. -6 months - 1 year of Cardiovascular experience -2 openings - Peds experience is a plus for one of them Principle Accountabilities: Supports goals of unit and facilitates unit operations by serving as a resource specialist for an assigned operating room area/specialty service. Demonstrates knowledge of aseptic technique, advanced surgical techniques and practice of patient care techniques for all clients undergoing elective and emergency situations; performs duties in an expert manner according to the age/needs of the patient/population served. Verifies functioning and adequate availability of supplies/instruments/equipment prior to the surgical procedure as indicated by the surgeon’s preference card and other available resources; demonstrates the application of the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner that provides for optimal patient care in the OR. Ensures safe care to patients adhering to policies, procedures, and standards of care, within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, and accuracy of practice. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff; provides orientation and in-service training to department personnel.
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