Surgical Technologist II - Weekend Program
Company: Bryan Health
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: April 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), ensures that procedure preparations are based on individual
patients and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. Provides
guidance to Surgical Technologist I and Surgical Technologist
Pathways employees, as needed. Qualified to work on all cases, as
assigned by the department leadership. PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
*Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently
demonstrates our core values. *Functions in the scrub role by
preparing, organizing, and anticipating needed instruments,
supplies, and equipment for safe patient care and operative
procedure. *Will not first assist with any procedure; will not do
any incision closures. *May apply skin staples when skin edges have
been approximated by credentialed provider. *May apply skin sealant
and steri-strips as part of the dressing after skin has been
closed. *Defines and practices aseptic technique and infection
control principles as they apply to the OR. *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. *Manages
supplies, instruments and equipment appropriately according to
Medical Center procedure. *Assists the nurse in perioperative care
of the patient including transporting and positioning *Counts/preps
surgical instruments and supplies. *Delivers medications (drugs or
biologicals) received in the surgical suite to the appropriate
operating room via case cart or medication cart. *Handles and
prepares medication for use on the sterile field in the operating
room under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and
physician. 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. Ensures personal/visitor
safety through measures of prevention and universal precautions.
Maintains professional growth and development through seminars,
workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest
trends in field of expertise. Participates in meetings, committees
and department projects as assigned. Performs other related
projects and duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND
ABILITIES: 1. Knowledge of asepsis and sterile technique. 2.
Knowledge of standard and transmission-based precautions. 3.
Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications
relevant to work functions. 4. Skill in holding retractors and
cutting sutures. 5. Ability to practice proper body mechanics to
ensure personal and patient safety. 6. Ability to maintain a
sterile surgical field. 7. Ability to perform accurate sponge,
sharp and instrument counts. 8. Ability to communicate effectively
both verbally and in writing. 9. Ability to operate and maintain
relevant surgical equipment. 10. Ability to consistently adhere to
organizational and departmental safety and infection control
procedures. 11. Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to
sensitive information. 12. Ability to effectively perform work
under stressful and in emergent situations. 13. Ability to maintain
regular and punctual attendance. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from a Surgical Technology program or Surgical
Technologist certification required. Prior experience working as a
Surgical Technologist desired. OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:
Certification in Basic Life Support (CPR) required. Bryan Health
recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare
professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals)
and the Military Training Network. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Physical
Requirements are based on federal criteria and assigned by Human
Resources upon review of the Principal Job Functions.) (DOT)
Characterized as medium work requiring exertion of 20 to 50 pounds
of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently,
and/or a greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force
constantly to move objects.
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