Surgical Technologist A MHB

Catholic Health System • Buffalo, NY

398d • $64,085 - $79,851

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist at Mercy Hospital of Buffalo plays a crucial role in assisting surgeons during operative procedures by providing sterile instruments and supplies. This position requires maintaining a sterile field and working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse as part of the perioperative team. The Surgical Technologist is responsible for the preparation of surgical patients, assisting with circulating duties, and participating in performance improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• High School graduate.
• Successfully completed a nationally accredited educational program for surgical technology and holds and maintains a certified surgical technologist credential.
• Completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the U.S. Armed Forces or Public Health Service.
• Evidence of employment as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility for a cumulative period of one year within the four years prior to January 1, 2015.
• Must complete annually fifteen (15) hours of continuing education to remain qualified to practice as a surgical technologist.
• Three (3) years surgical tech experience in an OR setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon at the sterile field by providing appropriate and adequate sterile instruments and supplies during operative procedures.
• Maintain the surgical field through aseptic practices.
• Work under the supervision of the Registered Nurse as a member of the perioperative team.
• Assist in the nursing care and preparation of the surgical patient for surgery.
• Assist with circulating duties as delegated by the RN.
• Responsible for the assembly of cases.
• Work cooperatively with ancillary departments and other team members.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives.

What This Job Offers

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