Tech-Surgical - Full-time / Part-time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/COMPETENCIES

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1. Assesses the needs of the patient and provide supplies, instruments, and equipment appropriate to the patient, surgeon, and procedure. @R
2. Ensures the resources are available to implement the plan of care during the procedure.
3. Demonstrates knowledge and technical skills appropriate to implement the step-by-step process of specific surgical procedures.
4. Demonstrates appropriate communication skills in all aspects of the position.
5. Demonstrates teamwork in all aspects of the position.
6. Demonstrates professional accountability.

*This is designated as a safety-sensitive position*

NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/COMPETENCIES

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1. Actively participates in committees to improve patient care
2. Actively participates in additional assignments within the department
3. Acts as mentor and preceptor for new personnel
4. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

LOURDES HEALTH NETWORK REQUIRED RESPONSIBILITIES/COMPETENCIES

1. Is responsible for becoming knowledgeable and compliant with Department, Hospital, Fire/Safety/Disaster, Educational requirements and Personnel Policies.
2. Follows the Corporate Compliance Program and maintains confidentiality standard.
3. Demonstrates support and adherence to the Mission and Values Statement of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet as an agent of Lourdes Health Network.
4. Participates and supports the Continuous Quality Improvement process and provides optimum customer service.
5. Is responsible for development and implementation of self-management skills.

EDUCATION
1. Education: Graduate from accredited program for Surgical Technologist preferred.
2. Population Specifics: Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the population of patients served in Surgical Services.
3. Experience: Preferred: Minimum of one (1) year in a surgical setting.
Required: Documented education in sterile technique and instrumentation appropriate to the procedures performed at Lourdes Medical Center.
4. Required Certifications: Current Registered Surgical Technologist in Washington State. Current BLS Certification.
5. Preferred Certifications: National Surgical Technologist Certification.
6. Other: Bilingual and/or English-Spanish speaking preferred. Ability to work with culturally diverse population.