Surgical Skilled Technologist
About The Position
IU Health Methodist is a Level 1 Trauma facility in downtown Indianapolis with 29 operating suites and specialties including Trauma, Orthopedics, Cardiovascular, Vascular, Neurology, and General Surgery. Surgical Skilled Technologists support surgical procedures before, during, and after operations, working as members of a team that includes surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel. This is a full-time day-shift position working three 12-hour shifts, with call required. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, Basic Life Support certification, and Certified Surgical Technologist certification from the NBSTSA within four months of employment. Team members must complete 15 continuing education units annually as required by state law. Knowledge of various surgical procedures must be developed within 12 months of employment. New hires are required to receive specified vaccinations, including influenza and COVID-19, unless an exemption is approved; proof of prior vaccination may be submitted. The posting states that COVID-19 vaccination was required for team members by September 1, 2021.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Certified Surgical Technologist certification from the NBSTSA within four months of employment.
- Basic Life Support certification.
- Ability to resource advanced technology.
- Complete 15 continuing education units annually as required by state law.
- Develop knowledge of various surgical procedures to anticipate the surgeon’s needs and recognize problems encountered by the surgeon within 12 months of employment.
- Knowledge of the names and functions of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
- Strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of the sterile field.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and arrange surgical equipment, supplies, and instrumentation in the operating room before each operation.
- Assist the surgeon in the operating room within professional and legal standards.
- Assist with operating room turnover after procedures, ensuring proper routing 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.
- Maintain the sterile field in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
