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...