Surgical Tech Coordinator

CommonSpirit Health•Omaha, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The surgical technologist clinical coordinator will provide support to the OR RN Clinical Coordinator to coordinate the evaluation, ordering, and implementation of instrumentation, equipment and supplies within a specific service line. The position works collaboratively with the Sterile Processing Department and service line physicians. Works with the OR RN Clinical Coordinator to evaluate surgeon requests for new instruments. Coordinates with the OR RN Clinical Coordinator, Sterile Processing manager, vendors and surgeon offices for specific surgical case needs. Works 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 reviews specialty case cart supplies, custom packs, etc., to determine cost effectiveness. Works with OR RN Clinical Coordinator and Billing & Documentation specialist on preference cards and preference card changes. Acts as a preceptor for all new staff members. Provides input in the hiring process. Is a resource for the OR RN Clinical Coordinator regarding changes and management of equipment, personal preference cards or staffing issues. Identifies educational needs for the team and surgeons and facilitates, in conjunction with the Clinical Educator, in-services for new equipment or instruments and staff orientation. Is knowledgeable and understands surgical standards, policies and procedures as they relate to the Surgical Technician role and validates team members are following them appropriately. Takes “call” as assigned and scrubs for specialty procedures as well as other OR procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Completion of Surgical Technology training at an accredited school or Completion of the Surgical Tech On the Job training orientation program.
Minimum of 2 years in an acute surgical setting or GI clinical setting.
Basic Life Support, within 90 days
Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and their associated care
Knowledge of surgical supplies and equipment
Knowledge of medical and surgical asepsis and infection control principles.
Knowledge of Joint Commission standards
Ability to work with different levels of education and backgrounds
Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills
Demonstrate effective time management skills.

Nice To Haves

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Technologist in Surgery-Certified (TS-C)

Responsibilities

Provide support to the OR RN Clinical Coordinator to coordinate the evaluation, ordering, and implementation of instrumentation, equipment and supplies within a specific service line.
Work collaboratively with the Sterile Processing Department and service line physicians.
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.
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.
Serve as a resource for the OR RN Clinical Coordinator regarding changes and management of equipment, personal preference cards or staffing issues.
Identify educational needs for the team and surgeons and facilitate, in conjunction with the Clinical Educator, in-services for new equipment or instruments and staff orientation.
Ensure knowledge and understanding of surgical standards, policies and procedures as they relate to the Surgical Technician role and validate team members are following them appropriately.
Take 'call' as assigned and scrub for specialty procedures as well as other OR procedures.