Certified Surgical Tech- Per Diem- Ten Mile Surgery Center

Trinity Health•Meridian, ID

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist (certified or licensed) serves as a member of the surgical team, responds to patient needs, prepares and maintains resources (e.g., equipment, instruments, supplies) and provides safe, quality health care services and/or assistance for surgical procedures in accordance with level of experience, education, policies/procedures/protocols and standards. This role performs clinical care activities (direct or indirect) for patients within the scope of practice laws and training received. They care for patients safely by assisting in clinical care services or engaging in administrative activities (e.g., maintaining records or supplies) that enhance or improve coordination, preparation, and flow of the care experience. The Surgical Technologist knows, understands, and incorporates basic or essential area of practice (document, coordinate, communicate) and training standards. They use clear, effective, respectful language and communication methods/means. They perform work in a safe, engaging, collaborative, and supportive manner; influence the responsible use of resources; and are accountable for continuous self-development and supporting the growth of others. They maintain a working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws/regulations, Trinity Health Integrity and Compliance Program and Code of Conduct, as well as other policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior and safe work practices.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Current certification from accredited Surgical Technology program
At least one (1) year experience in a health care or military medical setting
Meets requirements for applicable state(s) of engagement
Ability to follow tasks through to completion
Ability to understand and relate to complex ideas/concepts
Ability to remember multiple tasks and regimens over long periods of time
Ability to work on concurrent tasks/projects
Ability to read small print
Ability to hear sounds and voice/speech patterns
Ability to give/receive instructions and other verbal communications (in-person and/or over the phone/computer/device/equipment assigned) with some background noise
Perform manual dexterity activities and/or grasping/handling
Use a computer / other technology
Maintain a safe working environment and use available personal protective equipment (PPE)
Comply with Trinity Health’s Code of Conduct, policies, procedures, and guidelines
Ability to provide assistance in the event of an emergency
Perform activities that require standing/walking with the ability to vary/adjust physical position or activity
Use upper & lower extremities, engage in bending/stooping/reaching & pushing/pulling
Perform work that involves physical efforts (e.g., transporting, moving, positioning & / or ambulating patients)

Nice To Haves

Ability to climb, kneel, crouch and/or operate foot controls
Sit with the ability to vary / adjust physical position or activity
Lift a maximum of 30 pounds unassisted
Work indoors (subject to travel requirements) under temperature-controlled & well-lit conditions
Encounter worksites (e.g., patient homes) or travel to worksites that may have variable internal & external environmental conditions
Experience of long periods of walking / standing / stooping / bending / pulling & / or pushing
Encounter a clinical / patient facing / hands on interactive work environment
Work outdoors with variable external environmental conditions

Responsibilities

Serves as a member of the surgical team.
Responds to patient needs.
Prepares and maintains resources (e.g., equipment, instruments, supplies).
Provides safe, quality health care services and/or assistance for surgical procedures.
Performs clinical care activities (direct or indirect) for patients within the scope of practice laws and training received.
Cares for patients safely by assisting in clinical care services or engaging in administrative activities (e.g., maintaining records or supplies) that enhance or improve coordination, preparation, and flow of the care experience.
Supports the total peri-operative process.
Provides intra-operative patient care to patients as directed by the Director of Nursing / Medical Director / Quality Committee(s).
Anticipates surgeon’s needs in the use of medical supplies, instrumentation, and equipment availability and readiness.
Maintains a safe and clean operating room suite.
Assists and/or ensures documentation and detailed records are kept.
Performs essential duties and techniques appropriate to role / function / procedure.
Participates in quality improvement processes.
May serve as a resource (lead), role model, and/or mentor.