Essential Functions:
Procedure Preparation:
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Uses procedure preference lists
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Selects & arranges supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical procedures
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Maintains sterile set for operation(s)
Surgeon Assistant:
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Assists surgeon(s) by performing supervised (R.N.) duties
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Primary scrub person
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Passing instruments, sponges, sutures, catheters, drains and dressings
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Performs sponge, needle and instrument counts as specified by policy/procedure
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Assumes care of specimen until turned over to Registered Nurse
Patient Advocate:
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Protects patients from potential injury and contamination of sterile field
Communication/Record-Keeping:
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Restocks supplies
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Straightens operating room for next use
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Must be able to take primary call duties for their specialty (as assigned)
Education:
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Attends required in-services, annual review and educational programs
Regulatory:
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Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines
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Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues
Requirements:
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High School Diploma or equivalent; required
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Completed 6 weeks of an accredited school of Surgical Technology with written recommendation from the Program Director; required
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Maintain an overall C or above scholastic average
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American Heart Association (AHA) CPR certification at HCP Level; required
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Length of orientation/training depends on clinical experience
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Orientation will include a rotation in each of the surgical specialties
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Good written and verbal communication; required
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Interaction with a patient population of all ages ranging from neonates to geriatrics; required