Surgical Technologist II - Surgery Center

Surgical Technologist II - Surgery Center. Full time; 32 hours per week, Monday - Friday flexible start time (0600-0800), 8 hr shifts, with one rotating off day. No call, holidays or weekends. Procedural ST - GI and Pain preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs all types of procedures and maintains advanced knowledge of a variety of procedures OR specializes in a surgical specialty area, where applicable serving as a resource to others and assisting with complex surgical cases; Sets up and operates the various types of equipment used during procedures; maintains a specialty cart or item, ensuring its completeness and availability; checks working condition of equipment, sterility, and sends damaged items out for repair; Precepts Surgical Technologists I; anticipates the Technologists I ability to handle a situation and intervenes when appropriate; Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care; applies knowledge and experience with aseptic surgical technique in preparation of materials, supplies and equipment; Performs all types of procedures and maintains basic knowledge of a variety of procedures; Ensures environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room; sets up the room for each case including moving equipment and returning equipment post procedure; Adheres to institutionally approved infection control policies; Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply problems; Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, requiring lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique and/or transports equipment and supplies; Serves as a Second Assistant when necessary; assists in the instrument room by cleaning and wrapping instruments, where applicable; Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status

Requirements

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required; Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology; No experience required; Demonstrated ability to meet Surgical Technologist I competencies; Familiarity with and adept with all types of procedures within their specialty; Proficient in all types of surgical procedures and maintains advanced knowledge of a variety of procedures OR specializes in a surgical specialty area, where applicable; Maintains knowledge of various types of equipment used in the Surgical Center; Participates in call coverage following satisfactory completion of formal orientation; Participates in relevant educational programs and department meetings; Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, and reach above shoulders and twist frequently; Must be able to withstand a very stressful and fast-paced environment; Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist; carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance; push/pull with 30 lbs. of force; perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present; Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines; Must have functional sight and hearing; Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids hazards; Will be required to wear masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns; Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job

Nice to have

Procedural ST - GI and Pain preferred

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus Eligible: $8,000-$12,000 based on experience; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program