Job Description

Job Summary

Assists surgical team during operation/procedure by arranging, inventoring and maintaining sterile set up for operation, and passes items as needed. Assists in preparation of surgical suite, moving patients, and in cleaning. Provides aid in exposure, homeostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Population Served

Job Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities

Assists in performance of procedures for the surgical patient in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures.

Assists in providing intraoperative care.

Safely and adequately provides and utilizes equipment and supplies based on patient needs.

Performs activities that demonstrate technical accountability.

Participates in ongoing educational activities.

Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired

Education

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired

Holds a current National Certification established by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) as a surgical technologist.

OR

Must demonstrate education and training through one of the following methods under TN Code Ann. 68-57-101(a).- Completion of a CAAHEP accredited program in surgical technology.- Completion of an appropriate training program for surgical technologists in the armed forces, CAAHEP accredited hospital, or CAAHEP accredited ambulatory surgical treatment cancer program;

OR

Successfully completed the surgical technologists NBSTSA certifying exam

OR

Grandfathered under TN Code Ann. 68-57-102(a). - Prior to July 1, 2006, was employed for not less than 18 months as a surgical technologist in a hospital, medical office, surgery center, or school; or began training to be a surgical technologist in an accredited surgical technology program.

Please note: Effective July 1, 2013, the State of Tennessee requires surgical technologists to complete 15 CEs annually to remain qualified for employment at BMHCC. Certified surgical technologists are exempt from the new requirement, but they must maintain a current and active national CST certification from NBSTSA.

Training

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired

Computer literacy.

Licensure

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired

BLS certification within 14 days of hire date

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

Reporting Relationships

YesNo

Work Environment

Functional Demands

Label Short Description Full Description

Sedentary

Very light energy level

Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart

Light

Moderate energy level

Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)

Medium

High energy level

Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)

Heavy

Very high energy level

Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.

Functional Demands Rating

SedentaryLightMediumHeavy

Activity Level Throughout Workday

Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Standing

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Walking

Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects

Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull

Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting

Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Bending

Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward

Continuous

Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead

Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation

Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities

Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Occasional

Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell

Frequent

Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear

Continuous

Sensory Requirements

Color Discrimination Near Vision Far Vision Depth Perception Hearing

Yes

Accurate

Accurate

Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Chemical

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Radiation

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels

Not Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter

Anticipated

Environmental Requirements - Other