Sr. Surgical Technologist - POPC (Burlingame)
UC San Francisco (UCSF) · Burlingame, California, United States
Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Sr. Surgical Technologist assists in the preparation, processing, care, and maintenance of instruments, supplies, and equipment, and functions as a member of the surgical team during operative procedures.
Must know aseptic technique and be able to scrub independently in multi-specialty procedures, anticipating the needs of the surgeon, and have knowledge of the sequencing of the surgical procedures.
Works at all UCSF Medical Facilities including ASC Bayfront and Orthopaedic Institute.
%
of time
Essential Function (Yes/No)
Key Responsibilities
(To be completed by Supervisor)
5
Y
Complies with established policies and procedures related to work schedule.
- Reports for work on time.
- Uses the time reporting system correctly to verify time worked.
- Wears official UCSF identification during working hours.
- Follows guidelines on use of sick time and other benefit time.
10
Y
Assists in developing a plan that prescribes actions to achieve patient goals.
- Establishes priorities for actions.
- Organizes activities in logical sequence.
- Coordinates use of supplies and equipment for intra-operative care.
- Assists in coordination of patient care needs with team members and personnel from other disciplines.
- Controls environment.
- Prepares for potential emergencies.
5
Y
Assists with positioning patient properly for surgery.
- Maintains correct anatomical position.
- Demonstrates awareness of appropriate position for maximum surgical exposure in supine, prone, lateral, lithotomy or other positions.
- Procures and utilizes appropriate supports, padding and restraints.
5
Y
Demonstrates knowledge of responsibilities regarding anesthesia administration.
1. Coordinates with other members of the surgical team to identify hazards and preventive actions to minimize risks in the administration of anesthesia.
5
Y
Complies with safety and emergency procedures consistent with departmental policies and procedures.
- Achieves and maintains current CPR certification.
- States procedures for reporting fire.
- Locates alarms, hoses, extinguishers and fire exits.
- Identifies role in a disaster, whether internal or external.
- Demonstrates awareness of occupational hazards in the perioperative area.
5
Y
Describes three methods of sterilization and criteria for each method.
- Discusses how steam, gas, Sterrad (plasma) and cold sterilants are used to sterilize objects.
- Identifies criteria for choosing method of sterilization.
- Demonstrates safe and correct use of steam sterilizer and Steris.
5
Y
Performs surgical hand scrub, sterile gowning and gloving.
- Complies with policy and procedure regarding OR attire.
- Performs surgical hand scrub according to procedure and observes principles of aseptic technique.
- Gowns self and dons sterile gloves using closed gloving technique.
- Assists other team members to don sterile gowns and gloves.
10
Y
Creates and maintains sterile field.
- Uses principles of aseptic technique in all situations.
- Inspects sterile items for contamination before opening them.
- Maintains sterility while opening sterile items.
- Recognizes and initiates corrective actions when breaks in aseptic technique occur.
- Controls own movement within the sterile field and functions within the designated area.
- Guards and maintains the sterile field. Observes the techniques of others in and around the sterile field.
15
Y
Assists in the provision of equipment and supplies based on patient needs.
- Anticipates the need for equipment and supplies.
- Selects equipment and supplies in an organized and timely manner.
- Ensures all equipment is functional before use.
- Operates mechanical, electrical and air-powered equipment according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Removes malfunctioning equipment from service.
- Coordinates with the circulating nurse to ensure that emergency equipment and supplies are available at all times.
- Uses supplies judiciously and in a cost-effective manner.
- Communicates provision of equipment and supplies to assist in charging for items.
- Participates in the time out check for availability of necessary equipment, supplies and Implants before surgery.
5
Y
Performs counts.
- Follows established policies and procedures for counts.
- Initiates corrective actions when counts are incorrect.
- Communicates results of counts according to policy.
5
Y
Monitors and controls the environment.
- Regulates temperature and humidity as indicated.
- Correctly uses warming devices according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Adheres to electrical safety policies and procedures.
- Adheres to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
- Communicates environmental controls.
5
Y
Respects patient's rights.
- Demonstrates awareness of the individual rights of the patient.
- Provides for privacy through physical protection and maintainingconfidentiality.
- Identifies cultural beliefs.
- Communicates provisions for patient's rights.
10
Y
Performs actions that demonstrate accountability.
- Exercises safe judgment in decision-making and coordinates activities with the circulating nurse.
- Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to changes in practice.
- Responds in a positive manner to constructive criticism.
- Demonstrates tact and understanding when dealing with patients, team members, other disciplines and the public.
- Practices within ethical and legal guidelines.
- Seeks opportunities for continued learning and acquisition of newskills.
- Follows Body Substance Isolation protocols.
- Communicates actions to other members of the surgical team.
5
Y
Active participate in quality of care endeavors and the National Patient Safety Goals.
- Fully participates in the surgical time out including procedure/patient/side/site verification; ensuring availability of pertinent equipment, instruments and implants before surgery.
- Fully participates in all quality improvement activities, including but not limited to, flash sterilization logs, indicator and sterilization verification, etc.
5
Y
Customer service is essential, inclusive of patients, co-worker, surgeons, sales representatives and other guests.
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Required Qualifications:
- Two years experience as a Surgical Technician with experience in multi-specialty ASC or hospital operating room setting
- American Heart Association CPR Certification
- High School Diploma; or equivalent experience
- This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical
Preferred Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technician educational program
- Certification preferred
License/Certifications:
- American Heart Association CPR Certification