Neurosurgery Surgical Tech Coordinator

CommonSpirit Health•Omaha, NE

16h•Onsite

About The Position

At CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy, our focus is patient-centered care. Our level I trauma center and academic medical center campus is designed to heal the body, mind, and spirit of every person in a more comfortable, less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services includes trauma services, heart and vascular care, emergency services, surgery, maternity, cancer care, and diagnostic imaging.

Requirements

High School GED or equivalent, upon hire
Completion of Surgical Technology training at an accredited school, upon hire or Completion of the Surgical Tech On the Job training orientation program, upon hire
Minimum of 2 years in an acute surgical setting or GI clinical setting
Basic Life Support - CPR, within 90 Days

Nice To Haves

Certified Surgical Technologist, upon hire
Technologist in Surgery-Certified, upon hire

Responsibilities

Prepare the operating room and surgical team for surgical procedures.
Set up surgical equipment and instruments.
Assist the surgical team.
Ensure a sterile environment.
Adapt quickly and collaborate effectively within the OR team.
Contribute directly to the patient's healing process.
Work with the OR RN Clinical Coordinator to evaluate surgeon requests for new instruments.
Coordinate with the OR RN Clinical Coordinator, Sterile Processing manager, vendors and surgeon offices for specific surgical case needs.
Work with materials management & sterile processing staff and OR RN Clinical Coordinator to inventory specialty items, check outdates on products, and talk to product representatives about costs and requested products.
Periodically review specialty case cart supplies, custom packs, etc., to determine cost effectiveness.
Work with OR RN Clinical Coordinator and Billing & Documentation specialist on preference cards and preference card changes.
Act as a preceptor for all new staff members.
Provide input in the hiring process.