Overview Technologist-Surgical I Job Code: 20509 FLSA Status Job Family: NURSING Job Description Title: Technologist-Surgical I Job Summary Assists surgical team during operation/procedure by arranging, inventoring and maintaining sterile set up for operation, and passes items as needed. Assists in preparation of surgical suite, moving patients, and in cleaning. Provides aid in exposure, homeostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Responsibilities + Assists in performance of procedures for the surgical patient in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures. + Assists in providing intraoperative care. + Safely and adequately provides and utilizes equipment and supplies based on patient needs. + Performs activities that demonstrate technical accountability. + Participates in ongoing educational activities. + Completes assigned goals. Specifications Experience Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Education Description Minimum Required: Graduate of a school of technologist with proof of graduation or at any time was employed as a surgical technologist for not less than 18 months in a hospital or surgery center. Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties. Preferred/Desired Training Description Minimum Required: 15 hours of continuing education annually Preferred/Desired Special Skills Description Minimum Required: Computer literacy. Preferred/Desired Licensure Description Minimum Required: BLS certification within 14 days of hire date Preferred/Desired Reporting Relationships Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager. Reporting Relationships: No Work Environment Functional Demands Label Short Description Full Description Sedentary Very light energy level Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart Light Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher) Medium High energy level Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient) Heavy Very high energy level Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer. Functional Demands Rating: Medium Activity Level Throughout Workday Physical Activity Requirements – Sitting: Occasional Physical Activity Requirements – Standing: Continuous Physical Activity Requirements – Walking: Frequent Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders): Occasional Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects: Frequent Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull: Frequent Physical Activity Requirements – Twisting: Frequent Physical Activity Requirements – Bending: Frequent Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward: Continuous Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead: Frequent Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl: Occasional Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation: Frequent Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities: Frequent Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion: Occasional Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell: Frequent Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear: Continuous Sensory Requirements Color Discrimination: Yes Near Vision: Accurate Far Vision: Accurate Depth Perception Hearing Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens: Anticipated Environmental Requirements – Chemical: Anticipated Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases: Anticipated Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures: Not Anticipated Environmental Requirements – Radiation: Anticipated Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations: Not Anticipated Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels: Not Anticipated Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter: Anticipated Environmental Requirements - Other REQNUMBER: 32512