Surgical Technician
$35,360–$49,920 year
On-siteHarrisonburg, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Assist the surgeon during consultations and surgeries, seat patients, and take vitals while maintaining competency in anesthesia monitoring. Provide clear pre-operative and post-operative instructions, obtain medical clearances, and ensure all consent forms and treatment plans are accurately completed. Adhere to OSHA and regulatory guidelines for radiation protection, producing radiographic images with proper exposure techniques and anatomical positioning. Document accurate records, maintain clinical equipment and instruments, and foster cooperative relationships with patients and team members. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and accept additional responsibilities as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Basic CPR Certification
- Hepatitis B Vaccination & Titer
- TB Vaccination & Titer
- Follow strict safety guidelines and procedures according to OSHA and office standards
- Adhere to all office policies diligently
- Maintain a positive rapport with patients and team members through excellent interpersonal skills
- Effectively communicate verbally with patients and staff in a clear and professional manner
- Work efficiently with a keen eye for detail
- Adapt to changing job duties and work schedules as needed
- Demonstrate active listening by fully engaging in conversations, understanding points being made, asking relevant questions, and avoiding inappropriate interruptions
- Assist the doctor during surgeries
- Seat patients
- Take vitals
- Maintain competency in anesthesia monitoring
- Ensure all consent forms and treatment plans are accurately completed
- Provide clear and concise pre-operative and post-operative instructions to patients
- Obtain necessary medical clearances
- Maintain excellent patient care standards
- Adhere to OSHA and regulatory guidelines
- Ensure radiation protection for all patients
- Produce radiographic images with proper exposure techniques and anatomical positioning
- Document and maintain accurate records/charting in compliance with established standards
- Prepare and maintain clinical equipment and instruments
- Ensure they are in good working condition for each procedure
- Maintain good rapport and cooperative relationships with patients, doctors, and team members
- Approach conflicts constructively
- Identify problems
- Offer solutions
- Participate in their resolution
- Maintain the confidentiality of patient, clinic, and hospital information
- Discuss sensitive information only among appropriate personnel in private settings
- Provide an excellent patient experience
- Ensure their comfort and satisfaction throughout the visit
- Accept special projects and additional responsibilities as needed
- Demonstrate flexibility in a dynamic work environment
Desired Qualifications
- Oral and Maxillofacial Assisting/Dental Assistant Certification
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