Job Description

Prepares and handles supplies, instruments and equipment in both sterile and non sterile functions. Functions primarily as the scrub member of the surgical team under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN).

Job Responsibility

 

* Assists in preparation of room for procedures by assembling and checking function of equipment, supplies, instruments and special items needed for procedure. * Assists RN in preparation of patients to ensure comfort and safety; and to allay fears and give reassurance. * Sets-up instruments and supplies for assigned procedure. * Assists the procedure team by passing the required instruments to the physician. * Identifies, with RN, intra-procedure medication, dosage and labeling of all solutions and drugs. * Collaborates with physician and RN in proper specimen identification and care. * Assists in clean-up of procedure suite between cases including, but not limited to, disposal of contaminated waste and terminally cleaning of instruments, checking their function. * Operates Steris. * Replenishes special supplies, as needed. * Cares for special instruments and equipment. * Assists in returning unused supplies to proper place. * Assists in bringing specimens to lab. Performs related duties, as required.

*ADA Essential Functions

 

Job Qualification

 

High School diploma or equivalent, required. Knowledge of endoscopy supplies, equipment and instruments normally acquired by completing a Surgical Technology Program. Demonstrates understanding of medical terminology. Excellent communication skills to understand directions and provide information.

*Additional Salary Detail 
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).