SURGICAL TECHNICIAN I

JOB SUMMARY The Surgical Technician I is an entry level position requiring basic knowledge and skills necessary to carry out delegated tasks associated with the safe and efficient operating room support functions and related procedures. Records data established by policy and procedure and reports observations and patient problems to the licensed nurse. The Surgical Tech is responsible for assigned non-nursing functions and practices relationship centered care in concert with the Methodist Values. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS High school diploma or GED required Successful completion of an accredited OR Technician program or equivalency required EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 0-18 months of experience as a Surgical Technician required CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED Must be certified by the Surgical Technologist Association or meet the grandfather clause. Grandfather clause:
The bill includes an extensive grandfather clause exempting all individuals employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before Sept. 1, 2009. The clarification notes that legislation does not state employed \"on\" Sept. 1, 2009, but rather \"before that date. A surgical technologist who was employed before Sept. 1, 2009, may remain employed as a surgical technologist without meeting the certification requirement. American Heart Association BLS required. SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED Must pass and demonstrate skills and competency upon clinical orientation to the unit. Must be able to write and speak effectively in English. Knowledge of Medical terminology required