Surgical Tech II - Interventional Pulmonary -MGH

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

5d•$32 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves assisting with procedures in the Pulmonary Special Procedures Unit and at the bedside with the Interventional Pulmonary and Pulmonary Medicine Consult Service. The Surgical Tech II will be responsible for maintaining department equipment, managing supply inventory, and stocking procedure rooms. Under supervision, the individual will assist in operations, which may include setting up the operating room, preparing and transporting patients for surgery, adjusting lights and equipment, passing instruments and supplies to surgeons and assistants, holding retractors, cutting sutures, and assisting with counts of sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care setting – 2-3 years - required.
Knowledge of SPD Sterile Room.
Ability to multitask, can work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Advanced knowledge of sterile processing procedures and policies.
Familiarity with medical terminology and departmental supply items is required.

Nice To Haves

Certified Surgical Technologist [CST] - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) - preferred.
Four (4) years experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care setting; committee and leadership experience – 3-5 years -preferred.

Responsibilities

Participates in time-out procedures.
Attainment of extra supplies and equipment as needed.
Sets up equipment independently.
Participates as an active member of the Patient Care Team.
Monitor and continually assess operating room conditions, including patient and surgical team needs.
Prepare patients for surgery, including positioning on the operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
Knowledge of SPD Sterile Room.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.