Surgical Technician

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network,Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.

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Job Overview

The Surgical Technician, under the guidance of the Registered Nurse,is responsible forthe care and safety of surgical patients.This roleis responsible for assisting the physician with the preparation of and the technical aspects of the role of the scrub personduring surgicalprocedures.

Location:Melrose Wakefield Healthcare - Melrose, MA

Hours:Day/Evening Shift 32 hours

Minimum Qualifications

1.High schooldiploma or equivalent.

2.Graduateof an accredited Surgical Technology ProgramORMassachusetts's Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

3.Surgical Technician certification through an accredited programor within 12 months of completing program.

4.Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Duties and Responsibilities

Theduties and responsibilities listedbeloware intended to describe the general nature of workandare not intended to be an all-inclusive list.Other dutiesand responsibilitiesmay be assigned.

1.Assists in the set-up for specific surgical proceduresin accordance withestablished Surgical Services procedures and individual physician preferences.Responsible for updating physician preference cards.

2.Sets up individual case carts withappropriate instrumentsand equipment for next day cases.MakesClinical Practice Leader aware of any problems.

3.Performs the role of the scrub person during surgical procedures: understands and applies the fundamentals of aseptic technique bymaintainingthe sterile field,anticipatesthe surgeons needs,passes instruments, knowledge of anatomy, follows proper medication administration,maintainsaccurateaccounts of sponges, sharps, and instruments in conjunction with RN and physicians.

4.Carries out technical tasks other than cutting,clampingand suturing of tissues.

5.Applies electrocautery to clamps, not tissue, on bleeders under the supervision of the surgeon.

6.Assists the RN/Transporter in transferring the patient to designated room,Preparessurgical specimens for circulating nurse to identify and label for clinical laboratory.

7.May assist anesthesiologist and other personnel in setting up equipment and obtaining emergency or other supplies.

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