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FT: Surgical Scrub Technician, Warren. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Works in collaboration with the surgical team to ensure the patient's wellbeing & to prepare instruments, equipment, supplies & the environment of the OR in the delivery of surgical care of the patient. JOB DUTIES: Patient Care Activity The Scrub Technician (ST) prepares the O.R. environment & technical aspects required for surgical intervention. The Registered Nurse / ST (or both) plan the technical equipment needed for surgical intervention for patients. Implements technical aspects of care in accordance with established policies & procedures. Intervenes with established techniques, procedures & safety precautions to meet individual needs of patients & maintain sterile technique. Implements technical plan through preparation of instruments & equipment & passing instruments & checking safety procedures for equipment at the sterile field. Functions within the limits of State Regulations, hospital, & nursing department policies & procedures. Assists in maintaining current information for physician preference cards records. Pick cases appropriately according to physician preference. Set up rooms, including OR bed, tables & other equipment confirming sterility assurance where needed. Using aseptic techniques opening sterile instruments/items & setting up the cases. Maintains aseptic techniques throughout the procedure & assists in surveillance of other sterile personnel. Initiates corrective action when sterility is broken. Anticipation of surgeon's needs throughout the case by having a working knowledge of the procedure. Working knowledge of equipment & instrumentation. ST not participating in the sterile portion of surgery will assist in positioning & transferring the patient. Assists in use of proper positioning equipment. Maintain a safe zone for handing off sharps from sterile field. Maintains & follows OSHA regulations regarding sharps, blood & bodily fluids & infection control practices. Wears appropriate PPE. Maintains correct sponge, sharps, instruments & medication counts. Proper care of instrumentation in preparation for decontamination. Proper disposal of Biohazard wastes & sharps. Proper care & handling of instrumentation. Surgical Tech is responsible for not inadvertently disposing of reusable instruments. Maintains & protects patient's privacy & dignity before, during & after the procedure. Transports & maintains equipment in accordance to hospital policy & industrial standards. Maintains knowledge of: Decontamination & Central Sterile Processing, Inspection, & appropriate processing methods for al equipment & instrumentation across all services (including but not limited to: Urology, Ortho, General Surgery, ENT, Ophthalmology, Dental, Podiatry, Genecology/OB, & Endoscopy). Understands working elements of instruments & equipment, & is able to troubleshoot problem. Performs clinical preceptor role of his/her specialty service. Saves & correctly identifies all specimens according to department policy & procedure. Handling Medications The ST will properly & aseptically draw up appropriate medications from RN & then label accordingly, & communicate to surgeon contents of syringes on sterile field. Other Activities Related to Patient Care Informs RN or Director of Surgical Services regarding status of equipment functionality & level of supplies needed to order Maintains interpersonal relationships with fellow workers & ancillary hospital personnel Keeps patient information confidential & respects patients' right to privacy Assists in maintaining clean, safe environment for patients & co-workers. Transports patients & runs errands as required. Assists & performs unit assignments as required. Participates in & attends in-service programs to maintain high level of technical knowledge & mp; skills. Subject to drug screening, medical exam, reference check, criminal background check. Apply online: https://www.wgh.org/job-opportunities Apply by email: tsnavley@wgh.org