Surgical Resource Technologist

Indiana University Health System • Fishers, IN

11d

About The Position

IU Health is seeking a team member who is compassionate, dedicated to supporting the team, and committed to excellence. The Surgical Resource Technologist provides service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures. The role helps ensure surgical equipment, supplies, and instrumentation are present and properly arranged in the operating room before each operation; assists the surgeon as permitted by professional and legal standards; and helps turn over the operating room after procedures, including proper routing or processing of specimens, equipment, instrumentation, and supplies. The technologist works as part of the surgical team alongside surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel. The position also resources staff using advanced technology in cases, including advising on relevant instruments and which procedures use different technologies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Certified Surgical Technologist certification from the NBSTSA.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• 17 continuing education units annually.
• Successful completion of the Perioperative Services Preceptor class and/or completion of 4 precepting eLMS modules and/or facility-based preceptor training.
• At least 1 year of experience in the Skilled Technologist role or relevant experience.
• Knowledge of the names and functions of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
• Completion of the application and recommendations prescribed in the Advancement Process.

Responsibilities

• Provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Ensure surgical equipment, supplies, and instrumentation are present and properly arranged in the operating room before each operation.
• Assist the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards.
• Assist with operating room turnover after procedures, ensuring proper routing and/or processing of specimens, equipment, instrumentation, and supplies.
• Work as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel.
• Resource staff utilizing advanced technology in cases, including providing knowledge about instruments and the cases that use different technologies.
• Adhere strictly to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of the sterile field.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness program for qualifying participants
• Employee Assistance Program counseling at no cost
• Team member wellness programs with points that contribute to a biweekly financial incentive

What This Job Offers

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