About the position
The Cardiac Surgical Tech completes surgical set-ups according to department standards and physician preference cards. The Surgical Tech is a member of the surgical team providing care to the patient and is responsible for maintaining the sterile field; surgical instrumentation; preparation of supplies and equipment; as well as other related duties. Duties include anticipating physician needs at the sterile field, preparing supplies, instruments and equipment. The Surgical Tech is responsible for implementing aseptic technique, practices related to prevention of retained foreign objects, safe medication labeling and handling, anticipatory skills related to the sequence of the procedure, specimen handling, and adhering to department policies, procedures, and practices.
Responsibilities
- Complete surgical set-ups according to department standards and physician preference cards.
- Maintain the sterile field and surgical instrumentation.
- Prepare supplies and equipment for surgical procedures.
- Anticipate physician needs at the sterile field.
- Implement aseptic technique and practices related to prevention of retained foreign objects.
- Ensure safe medication labeling and handling.
- Handle specimens appropriately during procedures.
- Adhere to department policies, procedures, and practices.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technician program.
- BLS from AHA or ARC certification.
- Minimum of 1 year Cardiac Surgical Tech experience required.
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