Surgical Technologist-Call
Exeter-NH-03833-United States
Assists surgical team before during and after surgery with equipment and supplies.
Requirements:
- Post-secondary education
- NH Medical Tech Registration
Major Responsibilities:
Prepares equipment and instruments on the back table and Mayo stand utilizing sterile technique.
Performs sponge; sharps; etc. count with circulating RN (if applicable).
Assists surgeon with gowning and gloving; draping and throughout the procedure with supplies and instruments.
Cuts suture material as directed; retracts and sponges tissue as directed by surgeon.
May train; supervise; and mentor others in assistant; support or scheduling positions as directed. Also may provide coverage for other positions within the department; as appropriate.
Applies dressing at completion of procedure as applicable.
Maintains universal precautions in removing draping material and handling/containing instruments; equipment; linen and disposable items.
May assist; as directed by circulating RN; as second circulator in room.
Picks cases and updates preference cards.
Assists with special projects as requested.
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