Certified Surgical Tech. Weekends only

Baystate Health • Springfield, MA

4d • $30 - $49 • Onsite

About The Position

Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, is looking for a full time Surgical Technologists. Being a part of the Baystate Surgical Service team as a surgical technician provides the experience of working in a state-of-the-art Level One trauma Center. Surgical Services at Baystate Health consist of two operating rooms BMC inpatient OR and Chestnut Surgery Center. As a valuable member of the patient care team, a highly trained surgical technician collaborated with a multidisciplinary team providing their level of expertise and knowledge adapting to a vast variety of procedures. As a highly valued professional, the surgical technician plays a crucial role in providing care to the patients in our community. Trauma, Robotics , heart and vascular, plastics, kidney transplant, orthopedics, total joints hip and knees, pediatrics, vascular access, ENT, eyes, urology, dental, colorectal, general surgery Shriner’s pediatric operates here , just a few of the amazing services and surgeries we do. Are you ready to be an integral part of our healthcare team here at Baystate? Baystate Health, western Massachusetts’ only academic center and tertiary care provider has a long and proud tradition of continuous learning and improvement. We educate and train hundreds of healthcare workers every year and advance knowledge about new approaches to care. At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. We are committed to increasing diverse representation across our organization. Together our inspired and compassionate teams manage the whole health needs of all communities in need.

Requirements

• Associates of Science in ST Or program accredited by Committee on Allied Health Education Association or have completed a structured training program and hold a professional equivalent AST Certification
• New hires will require certification if they had no experience in a surgical facility prior to July 1, 2013.
• CPR-American Heart Association BLS
• Minimum of 2 years experience.
• 1-year employment at BMC or 2 years of comparable experience and attainment of competency on completion of orientation.
• Minimum of 4 years experience.
• 1 year of employment at Baystate Health
• Education: Certificate: Surgical Technology (Required)
• Certifications: Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Certified Surgical Technician - OtherOther

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Unit Manager, RN Clinical Operations Coordinator, and RN Service Leads, the Surgical Technologist works directly under surgeon/physician guidance to facilitate safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures.
• The Surgical Technologist must possess expertise in the theory and application of aseptic technique; demonstrate the ability to combine knowledge of human anatomy, the surgical process, and procedures including instrumentation and advancing technologies.
• The surgical technologist will be able to anticipate the needs of the surgeons/physicians by constant attention and assessment of the surgical process and patient condition to promote a safe, expedient, quality surgical outcome.
• These skills will facilitate the surgeons/physicians' performance of minimally invasive surgical procedures, invasive surgical procedures, and invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
• The Surgical Technologist must be able to function proficiently in a variety of surgical specialty services.
• The Surgical Technologist provides patient care primarily through service to the physician/ surgeon.
• The Surgical Technologist is expected to have an understanding of the procedure being performed, anticipate the needs of the surgeon/physician, and have the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure, while monitoring the sterile field.
• The Surgical Technologist is accountable for maintaining skills and knowledge to function commensurate with their assignments and within the policies and procedures of the department.
• This description covers the essential functions of the position. The incumbent is expected to perform other similar and/or related duties as assigned after demonstrating competency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees