Surgical Tech - Part-time

Wellstar Health System•East Cobb Health Park, GA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist works under the direction of a registered professional nurse to help provide safe, age-appropriate, culturally aware patient care. The role requires advanced knowledge and skill across at least two surgical specialties, including moderate- to high-acuity cases. The technologist anticipates the needs of surgeons and the healthcare team, organizes and carries out surgical plans, troubleshoots equipment, and identifies additional supplies needed for procedures. The role also includes mentoring, precepting, and training others, participating in performance improvement, and helping maintain compliance with Joint Commission standards. Responsibilities include preparing the operating room and sterile field, assembling instruments and supplies, assisting during procedures, maintaining aseptic technique, performing surgical counts, and preparing instruments for sterilization. The technologist may also assist with inventory, ordering and stocking supplies, room turnover, transporting patients, and other perioperative duties. The position is part-time at East Cobb Health Park, scheduled for three 8-hour shifts from 6:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. The posting states no call, evenings, or weekends for this position, though its general job summary notes that call or late coverage may be required depending on the facility. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and surgical technology education, along with the specified life support and surgical technology certification. A minimum of five years of experience is required. The role also requires 20 hours of continuing education per evaluation period and annual leadership development training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Surgical technology education through a general or accredited program.
Minimum five years of experience.
Current BLS, American Red Cross BLS, or BLS Instructor certification as applicable.
CST, TS-C (NCCT), CSFA, or CSA certification as applicable.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate with healthcare providers and delegate to team members as needed.
Ability to multitask and function in stressful and emergency situations.
Strong attention to detail and knowledge of surgical procedures.
Basic computer skills, including Word and Excel.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to handle multiple priorities, self-direct, and exercise independent judgment.
Ability to think critically and adapt quickly to changing situations.

Responsibilities

Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and healthcare team during moderate- to high-difficulty surgical cases.
Check supplies and equipment and use the appropriate preference card for each procedure.
Assist with operating room setup and open sterile supplies.
Set up sterile tables with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications or solutions in an accurate, aseptically prioritized, and timely manner.
Perform surgical counts with the circulator and participate in procedure pauses and time-outs.
Scrub, gown, and glove; gown and glove the surgeon and assistants; and assist with draping the sterile field.
Pass instruments, maintain an organized back table and operative field, and suggest ways to facilitate cases.
Maintain sterile technique and prepare sterile dressings.
Participate in post-procedure pauses and ensure proper handling of specimens.
Clean and prepare instruments for terminal sterilization and notify Sterile Processing Department staff of critical instrument needs.
Apply asepsis principles to prevent infection and protect patients and employees.
Prepare case carts, review the surgical schedule, and assist with preparation for future cases.
Observe patients and promptly report changes or significant findings to the physician and registered nurse.
Plan proactively for procedural next steps and adapt appropriately during emergencies.
Prepare operating rooms and other assigned areas, including stocking, cleaning, room turnover, supply requests, and instrument preparation.
Use supplies and equipment responsibly, opening only supplies required or requested by the surgeon.
Collaborate with peers in decisions related to surgical patient care and provide safe, culturally aware, patient-centered care under registered nurse supervision.
Verify procedures with patients, conduct relief bedside shift reports, advocate for patient safety, and provide age-appropriate comfort and safety measures.
Assist with between-case and terminal room cleaning, preparing rooms for the next patient, and transporting patients.
Participate in performance improvement and process improvement initiatives.
Complete initial and annual competencies, mandatory and population-specific education, computer-based learning, and training for new policies, processes, and equipment.
Provide a positive learning environment and mentor, precept, or train students, new employees, and team members on new information, processes, equipment, or technology.
Serve as a resource or super-user for new technology or procedures introduced by surgeons.
Complete 20 hours of continuing education related to the field per evaluation period and annual leadership development training.
Care for surgical equipment and accessories; maintain cleanliness and organization of the surgical area and maintain medical supplies.
Support licensed staff as requested, perform other assigned duties, and comply with Wellstar policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.