At Revere Health, we value the health of our patients above all else. As the largest independent multi-specialty physician group in Utah, our healthcare system gives patients the best in communication, quality, coordination and innovation. Founded in 1969 in Provo, Utah, Revere Health has grown to include 29 medical specialties in over 100 locations throughout Utah, Arizona and Nevada.

As the first Accountable Care Organization (ACO) accredited by Medicare in Utah, and the only Next Generation ACO in the state, Revere Health offers a unique, patient-oriented approach to healthcare. We strive to keep medical costs at a minimum while providing the utmost in quality healthcare.

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Position Summary: The OR Scrub Tech is the person who is able to competently assist the surgeon during the operative procedure by anticipating the surgeon’s needs. He/she is able to identify and select all instruments and equipment necessary for surgical procedures. The Scrub Tech knows and carries out good principles of aseptic technique.

 

Essential Job Functions:

Demonstrate awareness of patients’ concerns and a willingness to address them  Provide for patients’ safety and comfort Avoid and prevent casual discussion of patient’s surgery among employees  Observe pertinent changes in symptoms of patients’ condition and take appropriate action; report to physician  Conform to dress code and infection prevention policies Perform surgical scrub according to procedures  Gown and glove self and others correctly  Adhere to procedure in accepting medications to the sterile field  Label and handle surgical specimens appropriately  Pull supplies for surgical procedures  Be prepared for all cases at the scheduled surgery times  Apply principles of aseptic technique in all situations  Assist in “Time Out” • Handle surgical instruments and equipment appropriately  Anticipate needs of the surgeon in case preparation and attention to the operative field  Clean and re-stock Operating Rooms Check sterilized equipment for outdating Assist in sterile processing area as needed  Assist surgeon with dressing Sterilize instruments per protocol  Assist with updating of doctor’s preference cards  Perform surgical counts according to policy  Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changes in work assignments  Demonstrate economic use of equipment and supplies  Maintain confidentiality of all patient care information to assure patients’ rights are protected Demonstrate commitment to excellence in guest relations  Communicate appropriate information to other members of the healthcare team in a timely manner Ensure that instruments and equipment are maintained and repaired/replaced as needed Participate in overall Perioperative Department functions including, but not limited to scheduling of procedures, training of new staff, maintaining appropriate statistics, assisting with Quality Assurance projects, education to improve self and others, and attending staff meetings and annual educational in-services as required  Comply with attendance requirements Channel suggestions, criticism, and questions to appropriate individuals Accept and act on constructive criticisms to improve professional abilities  Respond appropriately in emergency situations  Recognize legal responsibilities and function within limitations as specified by law  Responsible for complete and thorough performance of assigned tasks Assists in pre-op and post-op telephone calls to patients  Follows established rules, regulations and policies  Demonstrates an awareness of safe conditions and safe acts as related to Surgery Center employment  Exhibits cooperation, self-control and courtesy in relating to co-workers and job-related contacts  Demonstrates respect for authority, discusses problems and follows chain of command  Maintain professional competency through appropriate continuing education  Participates in other activities and duties as assigned

 

Qualifications:

 Has special training or experience in operating room procedures and/or has attended a hospital or ASC approved orientation   Understands role/responsibilities in emergency situations and responds appropriately  Maintains required certifications (e.g. CPR)