At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. **Primary Function/General Purpose of Position** The surgical technology student participates in the care of the surgical patient. Working under the direction of the Registered Nurse and supervised by a Surgical Technologist, attends to the patient direct care needs in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health. **Essential Job Functions** + _​_ Functions as the scrub person and assists as trained during operative and other invasive procedures by assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure. + Prepares and organizes sterile supplies and instrument for the procedure and performs surgical counts with the circulating RN according to policy. + Maintains an organized sterile field and ensures the sterility of the field by taking corrective action as needed. Assists with placement of sterile drapes. Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique. + Retrieves and passes off specimens and labels specimens appropriately and correctly. + Reports any implanted devices, catheters, drains, and packing to circulator. + Provides complete case preparation and has knowledge, with the ability to adapt, of special instruments, supplies, and equipment needs for patient populations. + Demonstrates knowledge of patients’ rights and responsibilities according to the patients age and understanding. + Demonstrates understanding of patients Advance Directives. + Assists in CPR as needed. + Assists with pre and post procedure cleaning of the operative or invasive procedure room and necessary instruments. + BSMH Surgical Technologist are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH policy. + Participates in ongoing educational and competency verification opportunities. + Participates in financial accountability by utilizing resources in a cost-conscious manner and offers performance improvement initiatives. + Participates in all patient safety care measures. + Accessible for "on call" as scheduled and is available within the time frames as indicated by the department. + Demonstrates flexibility regarding unit/area staffing and scheduling needs. + Maintains personal grooming and attire consistent with BSMH policy. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. **Licensing/Certification** BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required) **Education** High School Diploma or GED (required) Complete first semester of clinical rotation, accredited surgical technologist program (required) **Work Experience** One year of perioperative, operating room, or related military surgical technology experience (preferred) **Training** None **Language** None **Patient Population** Neonates (0-4 weeks) Infant (1-12 months) Pediatrics (1-12 years) Adolescents (13-17 years) Adults (18-64 years) Geriatrics (65 years and older) **Working Conditions** Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights. May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse. May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.* May be required to use physical restraints. May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.* May have periods of constant interruptions. Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. _* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control._ **Physical Requirements** **Physical Demands** Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100% Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) x Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) x Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) x Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) x Stoop, Kneel x Crawling x Climbing x Balance x Bending x **Work Position** Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100% Sitting x Walking x Standing x **Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards** **Physical Requirements** Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination) Perform shift work Maneuver weight of patients Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings Reach above shoulder Repetitive arm/hand movements Finger Dexterity Color Vision Acuity – far Acuity – near **Hazards** Depth perception Use of Latex products Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents Exposure to moving mechanical parts Exposure to dust/fumes Exposure to potential electrical shock Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy Exposure to high pitched noises Gaseous risk exposure **Skills** Ability to Follow Instructions Able to Work Independently Anatomy Anticipate Needs Communication Critical Thinking Infection Control Knowledge of AORN and AST Recommendations Move with a sense of urgency Physiology Possess Surgical Conscience Professionalism Self-Directed Takes Direction Teamwork Microsoft office Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 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