The Athens Orthopedic Clinic Ambulatory Surgery Center is a 3-OR orthopedic ambulatory surgery center providing professional, quality patient care in a cohesive team environment. The Certified Surgical Tech supports surgical procedures in the operating room, maintains a sterile field, assists with equipment and supplies, and helps ensure safe, efficient patient care.
Responsibilities
- Prepare surgical procedures
- Complete sterilization of equipment
- Turn over operating rooms
- Stock supplies
- Assemble supplies and equipment according to physicians’ preference cards
- Inspect equipment for proper working condition
- Follow aseptic technique and operating room procedures
- Arrange instruments and confirm proper function
- Maintain availability of instruments and supplies
- Clean, sterilize, and care for instruments, supplies, and equipment
- Assist with stocking and storing supplies
- Maintain and update instrument cards and surgeons’ preference cards
- Document patient-care records according to facility policies
- Communicate patient status to others responsible for care
Work Environment
- Clinical operating room setting
- May require occasional travel to off-site or affiliated facilities
- Exposure to blood, body fluids, hazardous materials, and airborne particles
Requirements & Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Surgical Tech program
- Current certification as a Surgical Tech
- Current BLS certification
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or the National Center of Competency Testing
- Maintain current CPR certification
Preferred Experience
- One year of experience preferred
- Previous physician office and operating room experience preferred
Knowledge and Skills
- Knowledge of medical supplies, ordering procedures, inventory, and clerical skills
- Knowledge of orthopedic anatomy and medical terminology
- Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions
- Ability to work in a busy or stressful environment
- Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull up to 50 pounds
Location
Georgia, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Entry Level
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago
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