Surgical Tech I FT I Days I South

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare • Memphis, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Responsible for assisting the surgical team by acting as a primary scrub person who handles surgical instruments, supplies and equipment used in a specialized area during surgical procedures. Maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in The Methodist Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview Responsible for assisting the surgical team by acting as a primary scrub person who handles surgical instruments, supplies and equipment used in a specialized area during surgical procedures. Maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in The Methodist Mission, Vision and Values.

Requirements

• Must demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Ability to communicate verbally with co-workers, physicians and other outside professional staff.
• Ability to organize tasks and maintain control of work flow.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations as would be acquired through completion of high school.
• Ability to read and follow written instruction as would be acquired through completion of high school.
• Demonstrates ability to problem solve in relation to the procedure being performed.
• Applies the principles of sterile technique during surgical procedures.
• Participates in orientation and training to attain competency in complex cases and achieve Level II.
• Must demonstrate the ability & desire to learn and practice clinical competencies of the Surgery Tech.
• Technical Degree or Diploma Surgical Technology
• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
• Certified Surgical Technologist - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree Surgical Technology
• No prior work experience
• Tech in Surgery TS-C - National Center for Competency Testing

Responsibilities

• Performs scrub duties to assist physician/surgeon during surgical procedures.
• Maintains a sterile field for surgical services.
• Ensures adherence to the sterile field by applying principles of aseptic techniques.
• Effectively manages resources such as supplies and equipment.
• Plans work and completes job responsibilities in an efficient and productive manner.
• Demonstrates professional work behavior and excellent customer service routinely in all interactions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree