Surgical Technician-VBH Operating Room-PRN/Variable Hours

Centra Health • Lynchburg, VA

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About The Position

The Surgical Technologists are allied health professionals who are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients. Surgical Technologists work under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical Technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. The Surgical Technologist adheres to a culture reflective of Centra's best practices for quality and service, creates and maintains a safe patient environment, and contributes to a healthy work environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED.
• Graduation from a Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)-accredited school of Surgical Technology.
• Certification in Surgical Technology.

Nice To Haves

• Twelve (12) months of experience as a Surgical Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures.
• Ensure that the operating room environment is safe and that equipment functions properly.
• Adhere to a culture reflective of Centra's best practices for quality and service.
• Create and maintain a safe patient environment.
• Contribute to a healthy work environment.
• Assist RN with patient education as appropriate.
• Promote and sustain a culture reflective of Centra's best practices.
• Operationalize change resulting from evidence-based practice or research.
• Apply service excellence best practices in approaching patients, visitors, physicians, and colleagues.
• Handle conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely, and consistent manner.
• Identify personal contributions to unit-based cascading goals.
• Contribute to processes that support efficient patient flow.
• Use resources (e.g., time, people, supplies, etc.) cost effectively.
• Engage in own professional development as evidenced by self-assessment and attainment of degrees, certifications, and continuing education.
• Contribute to providing a supportive environment that is conducive to learning for all students from all academic programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED