• The SWAT OR surgical technologist has the authority, responsibility, and shift accountability for the delivery of OR surgical technology, under the general supervision of a registered nurse. 
• The SWAT OR surgical technologist will assist the surgical team and work on complex surgical assignments. 
• The SWAT OR Surgical Technologist, in collaboration with other health care professionals, applies competent clinical knowledge and skills to achieve quality care outcomes. 
• The SWAT OR surgical technologist will be utilized to fill shifts in all OR areas of high need. SWAT OR surgical technologist must be willing to work at all UPMC facilities and accept regular rotational assignments as determined by a SWAT team supervisor. 

• Constructively receive feedback and direction Identify and communicates learning needs to appropriate manager. Serve as a resource for staff and other disciplines. Take action to improve knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback or on self-identified developmental needs. Prior to performing new or challenging skills, requests assistance and reviews relevant policies and procedures.
• Must be able to function in two specialty areas of surgical services. Communicate educational needs when necessary. Maintain contact availability for schedule changes when needed. Must be flexible in scheduling to the requirements of the unit assigned.
• Function independently with one day orientation, unless otherwise specified. Maintain critical thinking skills, analytical and problem solving abilities as related to various aspects of patient care. Cultivate professional relationships and communication in the clinical environment.
• Strictly adhere to all policies and practices relative to patient care and hospital related information.
• Ensure clean, safe environment through continued alertness to safety and explosive hazards and aseptic technique. Perform work in a timely and productive manner
• Preparation of operating room prior to operational services by preparing the operating room by setting up surgical instruments and equipment, sterile drapes, and sterile solutions. Assemble both sterile and non-sterile equipment. Adjust and check equipment to ensure functionality.
• Prepare patients for surgery by wash, shave, and ensure aseptic incision sites.
• Assist the surgical team with putting on sterile gowns and gloves.
• Assist in transfer of patients to the operating room and on and off surgical table, help position them on the operating table and cover them with sterile surgical drapes.
• Count sponges, needles, supplies and instruments according to policy
• After surgery, may help transfer patients to the recovery room. Clean and restock the operating room.
• Ensure all medications are labeled and handed to surgeon according to established policies and procedures.
• Maintain critical thinking skills necessary to exercise and to lead others in application of surgical technology.
• Assist in the preparation, care for, and disposal of specimens taken for laboratory analysis and helps apply dressings.
• Establish appropriate, assertive and professional communication strategies. Strengthen interdisciplinary relationships with members of the health care team. Coordinate interdepartmental activities to expedite care.
• During surgery, efficiently pass instruments and other sterile supplies to surgeons and surgeon assistants. Hold retractors or instruments, cut sutures, sponge or suction the operative site and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.

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