Surgical Tech Certified OR

About the Role

Anticipates the needs of the surgeon and keeps the circulating nurse informed throughout a procedure. Maintains high standards and quality in facilitating cost savings and containment.

Responsibilities

• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon and keeps the circulating nurse informed throughout a procedure.
• Maintains high standards and quality in facilitating cost savings and containment.
• Assembles all necessary supplies, equipment, and medications prior to the procedure.
• Supports customer and employee satisfaction activities; maintains good relationships with physicians, management, other departments, and staff; and responds to complaints in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Monitors aseptic technique of the entire surgical team and takes immediate corrective action for any breaks in technique.
• Identifies and reports environmental concerns to management and ensures adherence to regulatory standards and policies.
• Supervises other healthcare team members in the surgical environment and assists with orientation, training, and education of new personnel.
• Promotes a safe environment and takes appropriate action in emergency situations, controlling hazards that may endanger patients, visitors, and employees.
• Follows CDC isolation guidelines, uses PPE appropriately, and performs hand washing according to policy, adhering to all infection control practices.
• Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards and initiatives.
• Provides assistance and support to members of the surgical team as needed.
• Assists the team with safe and efficient operating room turnover times and directs ancillary personnel during room turnover.

Requirements

• High School Grad or Equiv (Required)
• Technical/Vocational School
• Basic Life Support – CPR Cert (BLS) – RQI Resuscitation Quality Improvement
• State Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) – EV Accredited Issuing Body
• Technician in Surgery – Certified (NTSC) – EV Accredited Issuing Body

Compensation

• Base pay: $24.45 - $45.46/hr

Benefits

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

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