Job Summary
Assists surgeon with procedures related to the care of patients of all ages during surgical intervention.
Job Duties
+ Assists in the coordination of treatments with other disciplines.
+ Provides basic patient assistance.
+ Connects patients to clinical equipment as needed.
+ Practices aseptic techniques while preparing for surgery including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and setting up instrument table.
+ Actively participates in surgical timeout.
+ Identifies correct surgical site with the circulating Registered Nurse and surgeon for operative procedures.
+ Maintains an accurate account of supplies including sponges, needles and instruments, per policy.
+ Prepares, identifies and verifies all specimens obtained during the surgical procedure.
+ Prepares room in a timely manner with all anticipated instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment for each ind...