SUMMARY

The OB Surgical Tech / LPN assists the surgical team by acting as the primary scrub person who handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures. Maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field. Works under the direct supervision of an RN, provides practical nursing care for patients following established standards and practices. Performs treatments and procedures within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act of New York. Updates RN with timely information regarding the status of the patient in compliance with hospital policy and regulatory agency requirements.

STATUS

Full-Time, Days/Evenings/Nights

LOCATION

1555 Long Pond Road Rochester, NY 14626

DEPARTMENT

Surg Tech

SCHEDULE

36 hrs Rotating Shift; Monday - Friday 7a-730p or 7p-730a; Weekend Rotation: Every other Weekend, every other holiday

Essential Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, provides direct and individualized nursing care to assigned patients following established nursing policies and procedures and applied scientific principles. Incorporates age-specific, cultural, spiritual needs of the patient and significant other(s).
• Assists in the patient assessment care process, by observing, collecting and reporting objective and subjective data regarding patient’s medical/surgical history, allergies, and medications, physical and psychological status.
• Reports patient condition changes, signs, and symptoms of deviations from normal to the Registered Nurse promptly, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Demonstrates effective documentation and communication skills.
• Supports and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team approach.
• Supports the Shared Governance Concept.
• Encourages an environment that optimizes patient and environmental safety and by applicable laws, regulations and compliance effort.
• Proactively identifying potential and actual patient safety risks, identifying underlying causes and making the necessary improvements through a systems-based approach.
• Operates and maintains equipment utilizing proper procedures, established policies and reporting of malfunctioning Equipment.
• Communicates issues of concern and safety in a timely, appropriate manner.
• Checks supplies, instrumentation, and equipment needed for surgical procedures and ensures proper operation.
• Opens sterile supplies and sets up the table for surgical procedures.
• Provide a sterile field for surgical procedures. Ensures that the members of the surgical team are properly attired and assists the surgeon with draping the patient to isolate the operative site.
• Assists in the maintenance of the sterile field by applying principles of aseptic techniques and informing the surgeon/surgical team of infractions.
• Passes instruments and supplies to the surgeon.
• Counts sponges and sharps with the RN prior to the surgery and before the incision is closed.
• Cleans and prepares the instruments for sterilization.
• Assists in the maintenance of specialty surgical services.
• Prepares the sterile dressing for the patient’s incision.
• Orients medical/nursing students and technicians/LPNs to the unit.
• Assists in the development of unit goals and objectives.
• Stocks rooms, may handle meds, sharps and syringes on the OR field.
• Must maintain at least 15 hours of Continuing Medical Education (CME) per year.

Age Specific Care:

Provides age and culturally appropriate assessment, interpretation of clinical and laboratory data and develops and implements age appropriate interventions and plans of care including education within the parameters of his/her position responsibilities and licensure. Ensure staff considers age related concerns such as: hearing, vision, speech and level of understanding, when interacting with patients, employees and families.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current BLS Certification (AHA)
• Education/Training: High school diploma or equivalent: Graduate from an approved licensed practical school of nursing.
• Licensure/Certification: Current LPN license to practice in the State of New York. Annual BLS certification required.
• Experience/Skills/Abilities: Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.
• Excellent verbal, written, organizational and critical decision-making skills required.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal with all levels within the organization and community under varied conditions.

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Heavy - Clinical - Heavy clinical roles require continual lifting of more than 50 lbs., pushing and pulling patients or equipment, and working in physically awkward or restrictive positions. Staff must maintain balance and coordination in confined, uneven, or emergent care settings while performing both fine and gross motor tasks. High sensory acuity is needed to recognize patient cues and environmental alerts. Emotional and cognitive demands are significant due to urgent decision-making, managing distressed patients, and functioning effectively in high-pressure clinical situations. Environmental exposures commonly include infectious agents, biohazards, noise, and chemicals. Employees may be required to complete mask-fit testing, TB screening, and participate in extended or on-call shifts.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$28.05 - $34.17

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14626

The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.