Surgical Technician
About The Position
Johns Hopkins Intrastaff is the internal staffing agency for the Johns Hopkins Health System and partner hospitals, providing temporary support to a variety of Johns Hopkins locations. Employees work as temporary staff while also being part of a large organization and may have exposure to cutting-edge technology and medical research. The Surgical Technician works in the Operating Room under the direction of an RN, assisting the surgical team with procedures and helping maintain a clean and safe surgical environment. Locations and schedules vary based on preference. Pay is up to $48 per hour, based on experience and assignment.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- BLS CPR certification.
- Completion of a Surgical Technologist training program, including clinical experience.
- At least 5 years of experience as a Surgical Technician.
Nice To Haves
- Certification by The Association of Surgical Technologists, The National Board of Surgical Technology, or The Surgical Assisting Liaison Council Certificate of Surgical Technology.
Responsibilities
- Assist the surgical team in the Operating Room under the direction of an RN, including scrubbing on operative procedures and obtaining and preparing instruments and equipment.
- Perform patient care activities defined in the skills competency model with compassion, dignity, and respect.
- Maintain aseptic technique at all times.
- Demonstrate proficiency in gowning and gloving.
- Prepare appropriate supplies and equipment based on the procedure and/or surgeon preference list.
- Check equipment and instrumentation for proper function before procedures.
- Perform as first scrub.
- Prepare the room for the next patient.
- Prepare instruments for decontamination.
- Maintain a safe and clean environment at all times.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
