Technologist-Surgical I
Full-time
| Job Code: 20509 | Job Title: Technologist-Surgical I |
| Job Description Title: Technologist-Surgical I | FLSA Status: |
| Job Family: NURSING | PROCESSLEVEL: |
Job Summary
Job Summary
Assists surgical team during operation/procedure by arranging, inventorying and maintaining sterile set up for operation, and passes items as needed. Assists in preparation of surgical suite, moving patients, and in cleaning. Provides aid in exposure, homeostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Performs other duties as assigned. |
Required Population Served
Job Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities
| • | Assists in performance of procedures for the surgical patient in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures. | |
| • | Assists in providing intraoperative care. | |
| • | Safely and adequately provides and utilizes equipment and supplies based on patient needs. | |
| • | Performs activities that demonstrate technical accountability. | |
| • | Participates in ongoing educational activities. | |
| • | Completes assigned goals. |
Specifications
Experience
| Description | Minimum Required | Preferred/Desired |
|---|
Education
| Description | Minimum Required | Preferred/Desired | |
|---|---|---|---|
In Tennessee, Surgical Technologists must meet one or more of the following requirements: 1) Successfully completed a nationally accredited surgical technology program, and holds and maintains certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body that certifies surgical technologists and is recognized by the health facilities commission; (2) A) Successfully completed an accredited surgical technologies program; B) Has not, as of the date of hire, obtained certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body that certifies surgical technologists and is recognized by the health facilities commission; and C) Obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of the program; (3) Successfully completed a training program for surgical technology in the armed forces of the United States, the National Guard, or the United States public health service. (4) Performed surgical technology services as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility on or before May 21, 2007, and has been designated by the healthcare facility as being competent to perform surgical technology services based on prior experience or specialized training validated by competency in current practice. The healthcare facility employing or retaining such person as a surgical technologist under this subsection (a) obtains proof of such persons prior experience, specialized training, and current continuing competency as a surgical technologist, and makes the proof available to the health facilities commission upon request of the commission. Or: In the States of Arkansas and Mississippi; Successfully completed an accredited surgical technologies program. |
Training
| Description | Minimum Required | Preferred/Desired | |
|---|---|---|---|
15 hours of continuing education within 12 months of hire, annually. |
Special Skills
| Description | Minimum Required | Preferred/Desired | |
|---|---|---|---|
Computer literacy. |
Licensure
| Description | Minimum Required | Preferred/Desired | |
|---|---|---|---|
BLS certification within 14 days of hire date |
Reporting Relationships
Reporting Relationships
| Yes No |
Work Environment
Functional Demands
| Label | Short Description | Full Description | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sedentary | Very light energy level | Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart | |
Light | Moderate energy level | Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher) | |
Medium | High energy level | Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200lbs. (Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient) | |
Heavy | Very high energy level | Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer. |
Functional Demands Rating
| Sedentary Light Medium Heavy |
Activity Level Throughout Workday
Physical Activity Requirements - Sitting
Occasional |
Physical Activity Requirements - Standing
Continuous |
Physical Activity Requirements - Walking
Frequent |
Physical Activity Requirements - Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)
Occasional |
Physical Activity Requirements - Carry objects
Frequent |
Physical Activity Requirements - Push/Pull
Frequent |
Physical Activity Requirements - Twisting
Frequent |
Physical Activity Requirements - Bending
Frequent |
Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Forward
Continuous |
Physical Activity Requirements - Reaching Overhead
Frequent |
Physical Activity Requirements - Squat/Kneel/Crawl
Occasional |
Physical Activity Requirements - Wrist position deviation
Frequent |
Physical Activity Requirements - Pinching/fine motor activities
Frequent |
Physical Activity Requirements - Keyboard use/repetitive motion
Occasional |
Physical Activity Requirements - Taste or smell
Frequent |
Physical Activity Requirements - Talk or hear
Continuous |
Sensory Requirements
| Color Discrimination | Near Vision | Far Vision | Depth Perception | Hearing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Yes | Accurate | Accurate |
Environmental Requirements - Blood-Borne Pathogens
Anticipated |
Environmental Requirements - Chemical
Anticipated |
Environmental Requirements - Airborne Communicable Diseases
Anticipated |
Environmental Requirements - Extreme Temperatures
Not Anticipated |
Environmental Requirements - Radiation
Anticipated |
Environmental Requirements - Uneven Surfaces or Elevations
Not Anticipated |
Environmental Requirements - Extreme Noise Levels
Not Anticipated |
Environmental Requirements - Dust/Particular Matter
Anticipated |
Environmental Requirements - Other
