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Maintains the surgical field through aseptic practices. Works under the supervision of the Surgery Team Leader as a member of the perioperative team. Assists in the nursing care and preparation of the surgical patient for surgery and performs routine and delegated duties according to the standards of practice and policies of the facility and department. Facilitates and  \ndemonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues and  \nsupervisors at all times.  \nQUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification: Graduate of an accredited Surgical  \nTechnician Program. Certification as a Surgical Technologist preferred. Current BLS required.  \nExperience: Operating room experience preferred  \nEquipment/Technology: Must have basic computer skills.  \nLanguage/Communication: Must have the ability to effectively read, write, and speak English.  \nMathematical Skills: Basic  \nMental Capabilities: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Can adapt to rapidly changing workloads due to changes in the surgery census. Can frequently and consistently make sound judgments.  \nInterpersonal: Works well with others.  \nPerformance: Can work well under pressure and meet multiple and competing deadlines.  \nPHYSICAL DEMANDS: For the minimum physical demands required to complete the  \nessential functions for this position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see the description following.  \nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  \nThe OR Scrub:  \n1. Is responsible for the setting up and performance of surgical cases by assembly of equipment and supplies according to physician preference.  \n2. Is responsible for the setting up and performance of surgical cases by opening sterile pack, supplies, and instruments according to sterile technique.  \n3. Prepares sterile field, including sponge, needle, and instrument counts when needed. Ensures the sterility of supplies and instrumentations used during operative procedures.  \n4. Works cooperatively in the cleanup of the operating room following surgery, includingthe proper disposal of used supplies and sharps, the cleaning and decontamination of instruments, equipment and operating room.  \n5. Handles specimens according to proper procedure.  \n6. May act as an assistant to the circulating nurse in preparing the patient for surgery, positioning the patient in the appropriate position, and moving the patient to and from operating table. Assists the circulator in other duties as directed.  \n7. Demonstrates understanding and utilization of principles of asepsis in all duties.  \n8. Uses supplies conservatively and efficiently.  \n9. During surgical procedures:  \na. Passes instruments to the surgeon and the assistant.  \nb. Is attentive to the operative area by being alert for breaks in technique.  \nc. Maintains an attitude of willingness to assist with the surgical procedure.  \nd. Is aware of the location of all instruments, needles, sponges , and specimens.  \n10. Utilizes appropriate techniques to assist the surgeon with injection of local and closure of body planes when specifically requested by a surgeon. Training will be by said surgeon or certification from and accredited organization.  \na. In order for a Certified Surgical Technician III to perform these procedures, he/she is required to have a surgeon sign a competency form. The scrub technician can only perform these procedures under the direct observation and direction of the operating surgeon.  \nb. Will close skin with method indicated by surgeon (suture, staples, etc. )  \nc. Facial skin suturing will not be allowed.  \n11. 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