Certified Surgical Technologist | UMH-Sparrow Clinton Surgery

Sparrow • St. Johns, MI

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About The Position

The Certified Surgical Technologist assists with direct and indirect patient surgical care, maintains operating room supplies and equipment, and supports housekeeping duties in the department. The role includes carrying out assigned patient and work responsibilities and maintaining a satisfactory physical environment in the surgical suite. The position is per diem, located in St. Johns, Michigan, with a variable shift.

Requirements

• Surgical Technician certification from an accredited school.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• High school graduate or GED.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to patients served in the service area; these may be gained through education, training, or experience.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of one year of Surgical Technologist experience in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for patient and work assignments and maintain a satisfactory physical environment in the surgical suite.
• Recognize and respond to priorities, and set priorities when planning care according to the assignment.
• Perform technical skills safely, follow current procedures, and demonstrate working knowledge of equipment.
• Assist surgeons as a scrub nurse according to prescribed standards, using aseptic technique.
• Dispose of surgical supplies in proper containers and take instruments to the dirty utility area.
• Assist the circulating nurse with preparing the room for the next case; perform end-of-day cleaning and restocking of surgical rooms.
• Assist with safe transportation of patients.
• Perform departmental housekeeping duties, maintain the use and cleanliness of autoclaves, care for instruments and equipment properly, and help maintain supplies.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED