• Job Description

  Req#: 158677
  Position Summary Performs in the role of first assistant to the surgeon, able to perform all the duties associated with the Scrub Tech III role, demonstratingknowledge of anatomy, physiology and carrying out functions that will assist the surgeon in performing a safe operation with optimal patient results. Orlando Health – Health Central Hospital Located in Ocoee about 11 miles west of the downtown Orlando Health campus, the 212-bed Orlando Health – Health Central Hospital provides comprehensive medical and surgical acute care for the families of west Orange County communities. The hospital has earned Spine Surgery, Joint Replacement and Primary Stroke certification from The Joint Commission. Also located on the expanded Orlando Health – Health Central campus is a 30,000-square-foot comprehensive cancer center with clinical programs and services for patients and families. The cancer center became the only facility in Central Florida, and only the sixth in the nation, to offer MRIdian® therapy, which allows for more precise treatment of cancer tumors through real-time magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) during radiation beam therapy. The Orlando Health Center for Rehabilitation, which includes a 60-bed rehabilitation unit, a 40-bed Alzheimer’s unit, a 10-bed hospice unit and outpatient rehabilitation services, also is located at the Orlando Health – Health Central campus. The hospital also provides services at the Orlando Health Emergency Room and Medical Pavilion – Horizon West in nearby Winter Garden. This is a Fulltime position. Responsibilities Essential Functions  Demonstrates through clinical practice, a clear understanding of sterile techniques and has a working knowledge of the specialized instrumentation and equipment required for a variety of specialty procedures.  Able to anticipate and prioritize the needs of the various steps associated with the procedure.  Takes part in sponge, needle and instrument counts as dictated by the procedure.  Responsible for maintaining the surgical specimens in a manner which identifies and preserves them for pathology evaluation.  Assists in ordering and stocking of specialty supplies under the direction of management staff and departmental guidelines.  Performs under the direct supervision of the operating surgeon.  Understands the role of the first assistant in relation to the surgical team under the supervision of the circulating nurse.  Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient’s condition to the RN and other members of the surgical team.  Responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of all surgical procedures and effectively providing assistance to the surgeon during those procedures requiring an assistant.  Activities to include, but not limited to, positioning the patient, draping the patient, clamping and tying, cauterizing superficial bleeders, providing exposure through the use of retractors, maintaining a dry field through the use of suction equipment, following and cutting sutures, suturing subcutaneous skin and wound closure as directed by the surgeon.  In performance of duties must display knowledge and skill in tissue handling, providing exposure, using instruments, suturing, and provision of homeostasis asepsis and infection control  Recognizes safety hazards and initiates appropriate preventative and corrective action.  Demonstrates advanced proficiency in surgical technology practice.  Ability to perform in scrub role in all surgical specialties.  Demonstrates professional attitude.  Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.  Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Qualifications Licensure/Certification National certification as Surgical Technologist from one of the following is required:  Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) (www.nbstsa.org) – renewed every 4 years; or  Tech in Surgery - Certified by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) (www.ncctinc.com) – renewed annually. Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification. Experience Three (3) years of recent diversified surgical technology experience.
  Licensure/Certification National certification as Surgical Technologist from one of the following is required:  Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) (www.nbstsa.org) – renewed every 4 years; or  Tech in Surgery - Certified by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) (www.ncctinc.com) – renewed annually. Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification. Experience Three (3) years of recent diversified surgical technology experience.
  Essential Functions  Demonstrates through clinical practice, a clear understanding of sterile techniques and has a working knowledge of the specialized instrumentation and equipment required for a variety of specialty procedures.  Able to anticipate and prioritize the needs of the various steps associated with the procedure.  Takes part in sponge, needle and instrument counts as dictated by the procedure.  Responsible for maintaining the surgical specimens in a manner which identifies and preserves them for pathology evaluation.  Assists in ordering and stocking of specialty supplies under the direction of management staff and departmental guidelines.  Performs under the direct supervision of the operating surgeon.  Understands the role of the first assistant in relation to the surgical team under the supervision of the circulating nurse.  Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient’s condition to the RN and other members of the surgical team.  Responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of all surgical procedures and effectively providing assistance to the surgeon during those procedures requiring an assistant.  Activities to include, but not limited to, positioning the patient, draping the patient, clamping and tying, cauterizing superficial bleeders, providing exposure through the use of retractors, maintaining a dry field through the use of suction equipment, following and cutting sutures, suturing subcutaneous skin and wound closure as directed by the surgeon.  In performance of duties must display knowledge and skill in tissue handling, providing exposure, using instruments, suturing, and provision of homeostasis asepsis and infection control  Recognizes safety hazards and initiates appropriate preventative and corrective action.  Demonstrates advanced proficiency in surgical technology practice.  Ability to perform in scrub role in all surgical specialties.  Demonstrates professional attitude.  Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.  Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

• About the company

  Orlando Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization headquartered in Orlando, Florida.

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