Staffing Agency Surgical Technologist
Company: Bryan Health
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: January 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Summary GENERAL SUMMARY: Functions as a member of the
multidisciplinary team providing a safe environment for all age
groups of surgical patients; assists the perioperative nurse with
patient care; prepares and maintains supplies in the operating room
(OR) while maintaining a professional and efficient manner; assures
that procedure preparations are based on individual patient and
anticipates the needs of the surgeon. PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1.
*Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently
demonstrates our core values. 2. *Functions in the scrub role by
preparing, organizing, and anticipating needed instruments,
supplies, and equipment for safe patient care and operative
procedure. 3. *Will not first assist with any procedure; will not
do any incision closures. 4. *May apply skin staples when skin
edges have been approximated by credentialed physician/PA/APRN. 5.
*May apply skin sealant and steristrips as part of the dressing
after skin has been closed. 6. *Defines and practices aseptic
technique and infection control principles as they apply to the OR.
7. *Safely and efficiently passes surgical instruments and supplies
in the operating room (OR) and labor and delivery room (LDR);
properly identifies, preserves and manages tissue and fluid
specimens and cultures. 8. *Manages supplies, instruments and
equipment appropriately according to Medical Center procedure. 9.
*Assists the nurse in perioperative care of the patient including
transporting and positioning; counts/preps surgical instruments and
supplies. 10. *Delivers medications (drugs or biologicals) received
in the surgical suite to the appropriate operating room via case
cart or medication cart. 11. *Handles and prepares medication for
use on the sterile field in the operating room under the direct
supervision of a Registered Nurse and physician. 12. Participates
in continuous quality improvement measures to achieve positive
patient outcomes; provides patient care in accordance with patients
rights; participates and practices safety through active prevention
and precautions; assures personal/visitor safety through measures
of prevention and universal precautions. 13. Maintains professional
growth and development through seminars, workshops, and
professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field
of expertise. 14. Participates in meetings, committees and
department projects as assigned. 15. Performs other related
projects and duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND
ABILITIES: 1. Knowledge of the principles and practices of aseptic
technique. 2. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software
applications relevant to work functions. 3. Knowledge of all types
of OR procedures. 4. Knowledge of equipment, instruments, and
supplies used in the operating room. 5. Ability to prioritize work
demands and work with minimal supervision. 6. Ability to react
quickly and respond appropriately in emergency situations. 7.
Ability to effectively interact with patients family members,
multi-disciplinary team members and students. 8. Ability to
communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 9. Ability to
maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information. 10.
Ability to practice proper body mechanics to ensure personal and
customer/patient safety. 11. Ability to maintain regular and
punctual attendance. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from a
Surgical Technology program required. Surgical Technologist
Certification desired. Prior experience working as a Surgical
Technologist required. OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS: Basic
Life Support (CPR) certification required. Bryan Health recognizes
American Heart Association (for healthcare professionals), American
Red Cross (for healthcare professionals) and the Military Training
Network.
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