Surgical Technologist II

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The Surgical Technologist II acts as a member of the surgical team providing patient care to the patients undergoing surgical procedures in all areas, including a variety of complex procedures, by assisting the surgeon with instrumentation.
• Under some supervision, prepares the appropriate instrumentation and materials for use during and on the surgical field, passing instruments, assisting with room turnover, and performs other scrub duties as directed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under minimal supervision, provides surgical support to physicians and patients undergoing a surgical procedure in all surgical areas including some complex cases.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon by passing instruments, supplies and equipment in a timely manner.
• Adheres to all policies and practices for safe identification and handling of specimens and medications.
• Has knowledge of medications and their intended use on the field.
• Is aware of patients’ weight and maximum doses of medication when appropriate.
• Is aware and knows patient allergies.
• Handles specimens and medications using correct technique and according to departmental policy and procedure.
• Provides information related to care/preparation of surgical instruments/equipment for sterilization/ disinfection procedures.
• Performs the necessary surgical counts on sharps, small items, instruments and sponges with the circulating nurse prior to opening, during, and after closing the incision.
• Prepares the surgical field by opening correct supplies and preparing instruments and equipment needed for the scheduled case.
• Assures all materials are available and in working order and verifies own skill in using equipment correctly.
• Provides indirect patient care activities such as patient transportation.
• Assist with standard work and cleaning at completion of procedure.
• Maintains aseptic technique; actively monitors situations that could lead to a breach in aseptic technique.
• Communicates and immediately corrects breaks in aseptic technique.
• Ensures that equipment is functioning properly and immediately notifies appropriate personnel of any problems.
• Tests equipment prior to use on field.
• Adheres to the Client unit policies regarding equipment maintenance.
• Assists with restraining uncooperative/combative patients in a safe manner.
• Serves as a role model for Surgical Tech I.

Required Education:

• Completion of an accredited program recognized by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or a formal structure surgical program e.g., military service.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• Current American Heart Association AHA Certification for Basic Life Support BLS for Healthcare Providers.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Two 2 or more years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.
• Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to foster effective working relationships and build consensus.
• Ability to solve problems and identify solutions.
• Ability to speak/write effectively at a level appropriate for the job.
• Knowledge and theoretical understanding of normal/abnormal anatomy/physiology.
• Knowledge and understanding of surgical procedures to anticipate needs/request from surgeons.
• Requests instruments and supplies based on procedures and case progress.
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.
• Knowledge of general safety procedures.
• Ability to use judgment to determine own work flow.
• Ability to provide appropriate care based on the needs of the individual taking into consideration age, culture, and developmental issues.
• Knowledge of normal anatomy and physiology, anticipates and responds to needs of surgeons by requesting instruments/supplies based on procedure and case progress.
• Ability to provide leadership and influence others.