Certified Surgical Technologist-Total Joint

Northwell Health • Danbury, CT

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides clinical leadership and expertise in specialty area of total joint replacement and other orthopedic procedures.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of OR experience with 3 years of dedicated specialty experience required.
• Minimum Experience: five years

Nice To Haves

• Surgical Data Systems

Responsibilities

• Assists surgeon/anesthesia provider for patients undergoing total joint surgical replacement procedures before, during and after cases.
• Creates and maintains a sterile environment while performing scrubbing duties for total joint replacement and other orthopedic procedures.
• Prepares and knows the specific uses of all equipment & supplies used for surgical procedures.
• Provides a safe, efficient, and supportive environment for the surgical patient.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the step by step progress of specific surgical procedures & display dexterity in the use of the required instrumentation.
• Applies the knowledge of normal pathological anatomy and physiology & the actions of pharmacologic agents in order to individualize patient care.
• Maintains accurate implant records and performs all mandated reporting of implants. Assists with ordering of implants and maintenance of inventory of implants and specialty supplies.
• Assists in the education of technician, nursing and medical students by providing in-services.
• Ensures the delivery of quality and cost effective care through problem solving and implementation of quality assurance/improvement measures.
• Assists in the technical, radiological, and nursing functions for all on-call procedures after hours.
• Achieves the organization's established expectations with regard to quality service, team work, self-development and community service.
• Assists in the Performance Improvement Program of the department, and assisting in the training and development of other staff members.
• Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED