*Person Memorial Hospital* *Who We Are:* At Person Memorial Hospital, we value people and strive to create an environment where individuals are recognized for who they are, not just what they can do. Our community facility boasts 68 beds and offers a range of specialties, including orthopedics, cardiology, general surgery, and emergency medicine. We also have a skilled nursing facility, imaging and laboratory services, and other subspecialty care options. *Where We Are:* Roxboro is north of the busy urban areas of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. The town is known for its serene rural landscapes, pleasant climate, and warm small-town hospitality. Surrounded by beautiful hills, lush forests, and farmlands, Roxboro offers a relaxed lifestyle with excellent educational facilities, affordable tax rates, quality healthcare, and various recreational activities. *Position Summary* This position is responsible for identifying, disassembling, decontaminating, inspecting assembling, and processing of all reusable supplies and patient care equipment used in the hospital. Practices strict adherence to sterile technique and equipment instructions to avoid infection of patient and self or contamination of equipment and supplies. Must be able to listen to instruction, translate it into activity, and reproduce what is taught. Must be extremely conscientious with regard to procedures; must be accurate and willing to follow schedules, learn quickly and retain what has been learned. Comply with PMH Standard/Precautions – Prevention. *Reports to:*Director of Surgery/OR *Responsibilities of the Position* Positions patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety. Provides visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning, and irrigation. Utilizes appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis. Assists with body plane closure, application of wound dressings, and securing of drainage systems. Provide, inspection, decontamination, assembly and sterilization of instruments and other patient care equipment daily in accordance with processing guidelines, and TJC and AAMI requirements. Operate, departmental equipment daily according to instructions with emphasis being on safety. Plan, schedule and coordinate daily work activities in a timely and efficient manner. Stock the processing area as needed and according to standards. Check all sterile supplies and equipment daily using chemical, biological and mechanical indicators to verify sterility. Answer calls to sterile processing in the appropriate manner. Follow through on processing requests promptly Maintain general cleanliness and orderliness in the processing area on a daily basis. Other duties and/or tasks as requested. *Minimum Education* High school diploma or equivalent is required. Completion of State Accredited Surgical Scrub Tech program is required. *Certifications/Licenses* Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association is required upon hire. Surgical Scrub Tech Certification preferred. *Required Skills* Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Must possess ability to communicate verbally and in writing, plan and organize work flow, work cooperatively with others and independently, and handle surgical control system. *EEOC Statement* Person Memorial Hospital ensures all job applicants and employees have equal employment opportunities. We comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against an employee or job applicant based on factors such as color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. **Job:** **OR Support Staff* **Organization:** ** **Title:** *Scrub Tech* **Location:** *NC-Roxboro* **Requisition ID:** *7460-10185*