Description

Facilitates the operative or other invasive procedure by preparing and providing the required sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment. Maintains the sterile field and anticipates and responds to the needs of the surgical team. Also responsible for preparing and assembling medical and surgical supplies, instrumentation and equipment, maintaining the sterile processing areas, and receiving and distributing surgical supplies and equipment.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Function as a scrub person during operative and other invasive procedures by

  • Assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure

  •  Preparing and organizing sterile supplies and instruments for the procedure

  •  Performing accounting procedures in concert with the RN circulator

  •  Assisting with placement of sterile drapes

  •  Providing instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure

  •  Maintaining an organized sterile field.

  •  Ensuring sterility of the field and taking corrective actions as needed

  •  Preparing sterile dressings

• Clean and prepare surgical instruments for processing and transport them to the decontamination areas.

•  Assist with post procedure cleaning of the operative or other invasive procedure room and preparation of room for subsequent patients.

•  Follow established protocols for cleaning, decontaminating, preparing and packaging, disinfecting or sterilizing, and storing medical and surgical supplies and equipment.

•  Follow safety procedures and manufacturer’s instructions when handling cleaning solutions, supplies and equipment.

•  Operate equipment used in the sterile processing areas safely and according to the manufacturer’s instructions for use.

•  Monitor, interpret, and document results of physical, chemical, and biological indicators for all types of sterilizers used in the sterile processing areas. Maintain other logs such as temperature and humidity logs and eyewash station logs.

•  Prepare and distribute surgical case carts according to physician’s preference lists and anticipated needs of the perioperative team and maintain surgeon’s preference cards.

•  Inventory, receive, and restock materials used for surgery and sterile processing services in a cost-efficient manner.

Requirements

Required: 

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician Program
• Active BLS Certification or able to obtain within 90 days

Preferred:

•  2 years of surgical technician experience in an operating room environment
• Physical and emotional stamina to thrive in an fast-paced demanding environment

Work Schedule: PRN: Monday - Friday; 8-hour shifts

Summary

Thank you for your interest in joining our hospital family. St. James Parish Hospital is centrally located directly between New Orleans and Baton Rouge. Our beautiful facility is a community hospital that serves the River Parishes—known for great food, big families, and a vibrant history. We invite you to learn more about our hospital, family-like culture, and amazing benefits. Follow us on Facebook to stay connected and learn about future career opportunities.