PSSC Surgical Technologist - Endoscopy

Job Summary:

Provides patient care for the unit/department by optimizing operations and organizational efficiencies while promoting a world class environment.

Essential Job Duties:

1. Maintain sterility during surgical procedures.
2. Communicate and collaborate with RN and other multidisciplinary departments to coordinate the appropriate care for the surgical patients in the most efficient and highest quality manner.
3. Follow all relevant federal requirements, AORN standards, The Joint Commission standards, and hospital policies and procedures, when caring for the patient and performing other tasks.
4. Participate in unit and hospital wide Performance Improvement activities.
5. Provides direction and collaborates with team members to support a healthy work environment.
6. Pursue lifelong education, staying current on professional changes and best practices of surgical technique.
7. Maintain financial responsibility in helping to stay within the unit’s budget.
8. Communicate any issues with equipment and supplies with charge nurse, manager and inventory coordinator.
9. Provide education and be a resource for other staff members, students and new orientees.
10. Be responsible for your FTE hours, clock into floated departments correctly, enter standby and call back time appropriately.
11. Communicate any issues with equipment and supplies with the Nurse Manager

Secondary Job Duties:

1. Other duties as assigned.

Education -- High School Graduate, Basic Life Support.

Experience -- Previous hospital or healthcare experience, clinical experience preferred