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HUMBOLDT GENERAL HOSPITAL SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST in Winnemucca, Nevada
SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST
Humboldt General Hospital - Winnemuca, NV 89445
Description
POSITION SUMMARY The OR technician/surgical tech may be a RN, LPN, or scrub tech. The scrub tech is qualified to assemble supplies, prepare and maintain the sterile field, anticipate the needs of the sterile team during a surgical procedure, and to provide a safe, efficient environment for the patient and team. The surgical tech ensures the operating suite is adequately prepared for procedures. The surgical tech is responsible for monitoring the appropriate level of surgical instruments and supplies. Upon completion of the procedure, the surgical tech is responsible for caring for the used equipment and supplies, disposing of contaminated articles in a safe manner and assisting with patient care as indicated. The surgical tech will provide technical services, assist in the operating room/procedure room, and central supply as assigned and directed.