SCRUB TECH, Surgery - Full Time
About The Position
When it comes to choosing a hospital, one thing is clear: quality and convenience count. Northern Nevada Medical Center's tradition of providing quality healthcare in a comfortable, accessible environment means peace of mind for the thousands of patients served by the hospital each year. Northern Nevada Medical Center is a 124-bed acute care hospital located on 23 hillside acres at 2375 E. Prater Way in Sparks, Nevada. Website: https://www.nnmc.com Job Summary: This Surgical/Scrub Tech opportunity is full time on our Surgery Unit and offers a convenient schedule. We are looking for a dynamic Surgical/Scrub Tech that will monitors PAR level of all surgical instruments and Pain management supplies. Cleans and sterilizes all surgical instruments used in the OR and Pain Center. Participates in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities. Demonstrates Service Excellence standards at all times. Job Duties/Responsibilities: Interacts professionally with patients and family. Provides patient with explanations and verbal reassurance, as necessary. Notifies appropriate licensed personnel when patient complains of pain. Adapts procedures to meet individual needs of infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients for treatment. About Universal Health Services: One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com If you would like to learn more about the position before applying, please contact Bridget Gomez, Senior Recruiter @ [email protected]
Requirements
- Minimum High School diploma or equivalent.
- Surgical Technician Certification required (within 6 months of hire) or verifiable hospital surgical tech experience
- Current BLS Certification.
Responsibilities
- Monitors PAR level of all surgical instruments and Pain management supplies.
- Cleans and sterilizes all surgical instruments used in the OR and Pain Center.
- Participates in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities.
- Demonstrates Service Excellence standards at all times.
- Interacts professionally with patients and family.
- Provides patient with explanations and verbal reassurance, as necessary.
- Notifies appropriate licensed personnel when patient complains of pain.
- Adapts procedures to meet individual needs of infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients for treatment.
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
