Surgical Enhanced Technologist

IU Health•Paoli, IN

46d•Onsite

About The Position

Paoli Hospital is a rural community hospital offering personalized care in a supportive environment. We have 2 operating rooms and 1 endoscopy suite, providing a wide range of services including endoscopy, general surgery, gynecology, and obstetrics. We are looking for dedicated professionals to join our team and contribute to the health and well-being of our community.

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma/GED.
Requires certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA.
Requires Basic Life Support Certification.
Must be an expert in advanced technology within specialty service. Examples include lasers, robotics, navigational technology, Implantable Electronic Devices (Pacemakers, VADs, VNS), etc.
Requires documentation of 19 Contact Hours of Continuing Education.
Requires knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
Requires strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field.
Requires application and completion of selected documentation for review by each region's Surgical Technologist Steering Committee as well as an interview with the committee.
Requires a minimum of 1 year OR experience in the Skilled Technologist role or relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures.
Assist in ensuring the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the operating room prior to each operation.
Provide assistance to the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards.
Assist in the turnover of the operating room after the procedure ensuring proper routing and/or processing of all specimens, equipment, instrumentation and supplies.
Work as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel.
Train colleagues on various skills and tasks.
Act as a resource or mentor to colleagues with less experience.