Certified Scrub Technician

• The operating room is a specialized area requiring work of heavy demand and use of Standard Blood and Body Fluid Precautions.
• Responsible for ensuring biological and chemical tests at beginning of every day shift if assigned and record results in appropriate log.
• Requires standing in one position for long periods of time, holding limbs for long periods of time, holding retractors in awkward positions for long periods of time.
• Ensure timely and accurate surgical counts of instruments and soft goods.
• Manage patient's specimens in the appropriate manner.
• Processes contaminated instruments and supplies returned to Central Service.
• Uses knowledge of sterilization principles to correctly wrap or package items for sterilization.
• Processes all items appropriately following manufacturer's instructions
• Applies aseptic technique in daily work assignments.
• Stores supplies and equipment in appropriate location.
• Cares for instruments, syringes, needles and special procedure items and is knowledgeable in their usage, this includes cleaning of colonoscopes.
• Assures tray assemblage, proper packaging and preparation of all applicable supplies for sterilization.
• Properly loads, operates and cleans all sterilizers, gas and steam and all general equipment.
• Handling of sharps, power equipment and instruments properly.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Seeks out needed information by staying informed and involved by attending meetings, reading memos, policies, meeting minutes, newsletters, email and other appropriate information in a timely manner.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality, including observing appropriate break times and extending a scheduled shift when necessary to meet patient demands.
• Performs duties in a safe manner, in compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
• Complies with the Code of Conduct and all appropriate policies and procedures.
• Other duties, as assigned, that are relevant to the position and department.

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program and possesses a current ORT certification.
• Current OR experience essential.
• BCLS required.
• Evidence of continuing education in the area of surgical technology.
• Knowledge about OR supplies, inventory and operating room equipment preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with department personnel, hospital personnel, medical staff, and sales and repair representatives.
• Call will be required on week days, weekends and holidays as needed.

• Maintains current knowledge of the hospital-wide Quality Improvement Program.
• Collaborates with management to improve the effectiveness of the department through the Quality Improvement plans and processes.
• Participates in the departmental and hospital-wide Quality Improvement activities as directed by the manager.

• Adheres to the federal, state, and local statutes and regulations.
• Adheres to the Compliance Program policies and procedures of Down East Community.
• Adheres to all Privacy and Security policies and procedures of Down East Community.
• Communicates any concern related to compliance issues to manager of department or Compliance Officer.
• Communicates any concern related to confidentiality issues to the Privacy Officer.

Down East Community Hospital