Surgical Tech-Part-Time

University Clinical Health•Memphis, TN

About The Position

The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) provides patient care to meet identified patient outcomes and facility goals under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The CST performs duties within the scope of practice established by the facility position description, role, and responsibilities, and in accordance with professional organization and certification board standards. University Clinical Health (UCH) is the independent, physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. It is a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice serving the Mid-South community through a network of more than 175 providers across 19 specialties.

Requirements

Graduate of a recognized and accredited Operating Room Technician Program.
Current Surgical Technologist certification.
Successfully complete a BCLS course within 90 days of employment or provide documentation of current BCLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as an ORT.

Responsibilities

Provide organized and timely patient care.
Assist the Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse with implementing the patient and family teaching plan as directed.
Assist with stocking, replenishing, and preparing supplies.
Handle specimens according to facility policies and procedures.
Assist with the care, preparation, maintenance, and after-care of sterile and unsterile supplies and equipment.
Respond to patient care needs during emergencies under the direction of the Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse.
Correlate clinical data with patient care under the direction of the Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse.
Set priorities.
Provide clear, concise direction to others to promote efficiency throughout the facility's clinical areas.
Communicate with patients, families, teammates, physicians, and other healthcare team members.
Recognize the legal and policy limits of individual practice.