_Essential Functions:_

Procedure Preparation:

* Uses procedure preference lists
* Selects & arranges supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical procedures
* Maintains sterile set for operation(s)

Surgeon Assistant:

* Assists surgeon(s) by performing supervised (R.N.) duties
* Primary scrub person
* Passing instruments, sponges, sutures, catheters, drains and dressings
* Performs sponge, needle and instrument counts as specified by policy/procedure
* Assumes care of specimen until turned over to Registered Nurse

Patient Advocate:

* Protects patients from potential injury and contamination of sterile field

Communication/Record-Keeping:

* Restocks supplies
* Straightens operating room for next use
* Must be able to take primary call duties for their specialty (as assigned)

Education:

* Attends required in-services, annual review and educational programs

Regulatory:

* Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines
* Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues

_Requirements:_

* High School Diploma or equivalent; required
* Completed 6 weeks of an accredited school of Surgical Technology with written recommendation from the Program Director; required
* Maintain an overall C or above scholastic average
* American Heart Association (AHA) CPR certification at HCP Level; required
* Length of orientation/training depends on clinical experience
* Orientation will include a rotation in each of the surgical specialties
* Good written and verbal communication; required
* Interaction with a patient population of all ages ranging from neonates to geriatrics; required

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