Surgical Technologist-Per Diem

Facility

CFV Gastro DHEC Building

Location

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department

CFV Gastro DHEC

Job Family

Allied Health

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

Summary

The primary function of the surgical technologist is the "scrub technologist" in the surgical suite. The surgical technologist may be assigned other functions as deemed necessary.

Major Job Functions

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:

Knows and follows aseptic techniques when performing scrub duties and support duties for the department

Performs scrub duties as assigned in service areas

Assists in carrying out the patient's plan of care by performing assigned tasks within scope of practice of the surgical technologists and according to the unit guidelines of care, facility policies and procedures, nursing policies and procedures, and legal limitations

Access to medication/supply room to retrieve patient care items for patient care use

Transports and/or escorts patients to various areas

Assists with the maintenance, selection and preparation of instruments, equipment and supplies necessary to maintain a state of readiness for operative cases

Fosters guest relations within the team and with patients and families

Maintains confidentiality of all patient information

Supports patients in the practice of their cultural and spiritual beliefs within limits of the plan of care

Adjusts patient care based on the age-specific physiological and psychosocial needs of patients

Participates in educational and performance improvement activities

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:

Education and Formal Training :

High school diploma or equivalent required

Completion of Surgical Technologist Course from an Accredited CAHEA Program preferred

Work Experience :

1 year experience as a surgical technologist preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required :

Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language

Works with complex monitoring and life-saving equipment

Knowledge of Standard Precautions

Position involves skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material

Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific physiological/psychosocial/ developmental/ spiritual needs of patients typically served

Demonstrates self-directed learning and achievement of assigned clinical area objectives

Physical Requirements :

Speech and auditory acuity for communication of patient needs

Visual acuity for observation of patients

Long periods of standing, walking, bending and lifting

May involve skin, eye, mucous membrane or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material

Required Licenses and Certifications

BLS - American Heart Association

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity