Surgical Technologist-Per Diem

Facility
CFV Gastro DHEC Building
Location
Fayetteville, North Carolina
Department
CFV Gastro DHEC
Job Family
Allied Health
Work Shift
Days (United States of America)
Summary
The primary function of the surgical technologist is the "scrub technologist" in the surgical suite. The surgical technologist may be assigned other functions as deemed necessary.Major Job Functions
The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:
Knows and follows aseptic techniques when performing scrub duties and support duties for the department
Performs scrub duties as assigned in service areas
Assists in carrying out the patient's plan of care by performing assigned tasks within scope of practice of the surgical technologists and according to the unit guidelines of care, facility policies and procedures, nursing policies and procedures, and legal limitations
Access to medication/supply room to retrieve patient care items for patient care use
Transports and/or escorts patients to various areas
Assists with the maintenance, selection and preparation of instruments, equipment and supplies necessary to maintain a state of readiness for operative cases
Fosters guest relations within the team and with patients and families
Maintains confidentiality of all patient information
Supports patients in the practice of their cultural and spiritual beliefs within limits of the plan of care
Adjusts patient care based on the age-specific physiological and psychosocial needs of patients
Participates in educational and performance improvement activities
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:
Education and Formal Training:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Completion of Surgical Technologist Course from an Accredited CAHEA Program preferred
Work Experience:
1 year experience as a surgical technologist preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language
Works with complex monitoring and life-saving equipment
Knowledge of Standard Precautions
Position involves skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material
Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific physiological/psychosocial/ developmental/ spiritual needs of patients typically served
Demonstrates self-directed learning and achievement of assigned clinical area objectives
Physical Requirements:
Speech and auditory acuity for communication of patient needs
Visual acuity for observation of patients
Long periods of standing, walking, bending and lifting
May involve skin, eye, mucous membrane or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material
Required Licenses and Certifications
BLS - American Heart Association
Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity