Bon Secours Mercy Health • Toledo, OH 43620
Job #2686943957
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
Facilitates the operative or other invasive procedure by preparing and providing the required sterile instruments, supplies and equipment. Maintains the sterile field and anticipates and responds to the needs of the surgical team.
Essential Job Functions
? Functions in the role of scrub/basic assist as defined by policy and procedures.
Performs specific tasks of circulator role as delegated by the Registered Nurse.
Is responsible for the proper care of surgical specimens.
Practices strict adherence to standard precautions.
Assists with the care, preparation, and maintenance of sterile and non-sterile supplies and equipment.
Maintains open communication with members of the surgical team to assure a collaborative work environment is maintained.
Assists in training and orientation of students and new staff members.
Complies with established hospital policies, procedures, and practices to assure that standards of quality, cfiiciency, and safety are met.
Attends educational programs as prescribed by departmental policy and individual need. Maintains all required certifications. Stays abreast of changes in policies and procedures.
Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Mission and Core Values (Compassion, Service, Human Dignity, Sacredness of Life, Mercy, Excellence, Justice) of Mercy.
Adheres to the standards and policies of the Corporate Responsibility Program, including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations, and reporting to designated Manager (or employer hotline) any suspected unethical, fraudulent, or unlawful acts or practices.
Embraces Standards of Behavior to provide and promote excellent customer service for both internal and external customers. Holds self and others accountable forbehaviors that promoteserviceexcellence.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth & development over the life span by completing continuing education program.
Interprets information need to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific need:
Neonate
Pediatric
Adolescent
Adult
Geriatric
Adherestoall standardsandpoliciesregardingsafety/patientsafetyinitiatives.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
must be certified through a Nationally Recognized Certifying Agency such as NBSTSA or NCCT; and must maintain cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification (CPR)
Education
Completion of an accredited two-year program of surgical technology.
Work Experience
Work requires three to six months on-the-job training for full familiarity with surgeon's preferences and department policies and procedures.
Work requires knowledge of basic sciences, such as anatomy and physiology, microbiology, etc., asepsis and sterile techniques and operating room techniques.
Patient Population
The following must be included in all position descriptions that involve direct or indirect patient care. This is a Joint Commission requirement. Also, select the age of the patient population served:
X Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
X Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.?
X Neonates (0-4 weeks)
X Infant (1-12 months)
X Pediatrics (1-12 years)
X Adolescents (13-17 years)
X Adults (18-64 years)
X Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Not applicable to this position
Working Conditions
This section addresses the physical environment in which the employee will perform the work. Please identify ALL working conditions that apply to the role.
X Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.
General office environment.
X May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
X May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
X May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*
X May be required to use physical restraints.
X May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*
X May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
X May have periods of constant interruptions.
X Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Prolonged periods of working alone.
X__ Other: Must take call per policy and procedure.
____ Not applicable to this position
_* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control._
Hazards
x Depth perception
x Use of Latex products
x Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
x Exposure to moving mechanical parts
x Exposure to dust/fumes
x Exposure to potential electrical shock
x Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
x Exposure to high pitched noises
x Gaseous risk exposure
____ Not applicable to this position
Skills
Ability to Follow Instructions
Able to Work Independently
Anatomy
Anticipate Needs
Communication
Critical Thinking
Infection Control
Knowledge of AORN and AST Recommendations
Move with a sense of urgency
Physiology
Possess Surgical Conscience
Professionalism
Self-Directed
Takes Direction
Teamwork
Microsoft Office
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email ~~~ . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at ~~~
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