Surgical Tech II

Emory•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. Learn more about our exciting bonus opportunities , including r elocation incentives paid upon offer acceptance to help with moving and upfront expenses — plus referral incentives and additional position-based bonuses designed to reward your commitment. At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide: Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship, development, leadership programs...and more! Description Opportunities are available at multiple hospitals including: Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital Emory University Hospital Emory University Hospital Midtown Emory Johns Creek Hospital Emory Decatur Hospital We're seeking a Surgical Tech for the Cardiovascular Operating Room. This Surgical Tech assists surgeons and nurses with patients, equipment preparation, aseptic technique, and surgical procedures in the operating room. This individual will be hired into a Surgical Tech Level I, II, III, or IV commensurate with experience and minimum qualifications. This individual: Prepares the operating room for surgery by assembling routine supplies, materials, instruments, and equipment; obtains special supplies indicated by physician. Set up and operate a variety of specialized instrumentation, manual and powered equipment. Follows procedures for pre and post-operative accounting of sharps, sponges and instruments used in the surgical set up. Accountable for the care and handling of instruments and equipment. Maintains inventory of sterile surgical supplies to ensure immediate availability. Operates sterilization equipment for the proper sterilization of surgical instruments. Follows established sterilization policy and procedures. Assists in evaluating various products, supplies and equipment pertinent to the operating room. Typical specialty areas include General, Less complex GYN, OB/L&D, Plastic, Minor Vascular, Ortho, and Ophthalmology -cataract. Assists in the preparation, transportation, and positioning of patients for surgery and provides for the physical comfort, safety and privacy during the intra-operative patient. Observes patient for symptoms which may indicate a change in condition; reports significant observations to the appropriate member of the medical team for immediate attention. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the principles of sterile technique and infection control; practices appropriate procedures to maintain a sterile environment. Appropriately cleans surgical instruments and equipment. Prepares tissue and other specimens for laboratory analyses. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of a surgical technician training program or equivalent job training.
Certified as a surgical technician or two years of experience in lieu of certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
Ability to float and work independently in less complex specialty areas including General, Less complex GYN, OB/L&D, Plastic, Minor Vascular, Ortho, and Ophthalmology -cataract.

Responsibilities

Prepares the operating room for surgery by assembling routine supplies, materials, instruments, and equipment; obtains special supplies indicated by physician.
Set up and operate a variety of specialized instrumentation, manual and powered equipment.
Follows procedures for pre and post-operative accounting of sharps, sponges and instruments used in the surgical set up.
Accountable for the care and handling of instruments and equipment.
Maintains inventory of sterile surgical supplies to ensure immediate availability.
Operates sterilization equipment for the proper sterilization of surgical instruments.
Follows established sterilization policy and procedures.
Assists in evaluating various products, supplies and equipment pertinent to the operating room.
Assists in the preparation, transportation, and positioning of patients for surgery and provides for the physical comfort, safety and privacy during the intra-operative patient.
Observes patient for symptoms which may indicate a change in condition; reports significant observations to the appropriate member of the medical team for immediate attention.
Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the principles of sterile technique and infection control; practices appropriate procedures to maintain a sterile environment.
Appropriately cleans surgical instruments and equipment.
Prepares tissue and other specimens for laboratory analyses.
Performs other related duties as required.