Surgical Technologist (Surg Tech) - Labor & Delivery
Company: CARLE
Location: Peoria
Posted on: April 23, 2024
Job Description:
Provides surgical technology to direct and indirect care and
service. Assist surgeon, perform operative/invasive procedures.
- Preparation for surgeon specific operative/invasive procedure
that's timely, accurate, effective, and efficient. Ensures
instruments, equipment and suture are appropriate, complete, and
functional. Sets up sterile field and is scrubbed prior to
induction. Sets up case so that another can step in back table and
mayo organized. Has appropriate "have available" items. Uses
resources wisely, avoids unnecessary opening. Motions are fluid and
not redundant. Sets up time for a variety of case types is within
acceptable range. Aware of and prepares for case needs, i.e. two
mayos. Collaborates with surgeon prior to case and adjusts as
necessary.
- Scrubs on simple to complex procedures for a variety of
specialties. Able to "run mayo" independently. Aware of surgeon's
technique and preferences. Adapts style to match surgeon and
procedure. Confident and competent during routing and emergency
procedures. Prepares for sequencing i.e. clamp cut tie. Anticipates
and provides appropriate equipment so that attention need not be
diverted from the operative field. Attentive to case, pays
attention to subtle cues and responds appropriately. Proactively
identifies needs; averts need to have someone run for things.
Observes technique of self and others and intervenes appropriately.
Performs in first scrub, first assist, second scrub, second
circulator. Performs case closing activities such as dressing
application, transfer and turnover.
- Plans, anticipates, and provides for expected and unexpected
intraoperative events. Anticipates and provides appropriate and
timely intervention for intraoperative case change. E.g. lap to
open, uncontrolled bleeding, perforation. Actions and behavior are
calm, confident, steady. Prepares for the unexpected and uses
resources wisely. Anticipates problem prone and/or high-risk
procedures and provides for needs. Observes for induction and
maintain quiet. Protects patient privacy by own actions and reminds
others.
- Communicates and collaborates with others. Counts are timely
and actions reflect clear understanding of the dual responsibility
with circulating RN. Communicates needs nonverbal and verbally in a
timely and appropriate manner: urgent vs. routine. Articulates
priority of needs clearly. Listens and observes for; cues
indicating changing needs. Conversation is appropriate for setting.
Addresses issues/ concerns appropriately. Contributes to successful
unit operations by integrating individual efforts with unit needs,
goals and objectives. Participates in required call. Flexible with
respect to assigned area(s). Assists others as needed or requested.
Actions and behaviors foster team; shares knowledge and ideas.
Attempts to resolve conflicts constructively. Performs a variety of
activities to ensure an efficient effective unit. Participates in
quality improvement efforts. Actions and behaviors promote positive
work environment.
Keywords: CARLE, Peoria , Surgical Technologist (Surg Tech) - Labor & Delivery, Healthcare , Peoria, Illinois
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