Surgical Technologist Ambulatory III - Atrium Health Musculoskeletal Institute Rock Hill office

Advocate Health•Rock Hill, SC

11d•$25 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist Ambulatory III role is based at the Atrium Health Musculoskeletal Institute in Rock Hill and supports an orthopedic surgery group in an ambulatory practice setting, not a surgery center. The technologist functions as a dedicated primary operating-room scrub, working closely with the same orthopedic physicians and care team. The home base is the Rock Hill ambulatory office, with surgical cases also supported at Atrium Health Pineville and the Center for Orthopedic Surgery in Rock Hill. The role requires expertise in orthopedic surgical techniques, instrumentation, procedures, and aseptic practice. It includes preparing instruments and supplies for scheduled, add-on, and emergency cases; supporting patient and surgical-team preparation; maintaining inventory and sterilization practices; and contributing to quality improvement, teammate education, and clinical projects. The position is full time, 40 hours per week, with a Monday-through-Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology, or successful completion of a military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist.
Five years of operating room experience in a surgical technologist role.
Current CST certification.
Meet all Surgical Tech III qualifications of the Surgical Tech Ladder.
Ability to communicate and write.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds.
Ability to use both hands and all fingers for gripping, speed work, and precision when operating equipment and instruments and moving or positioning surgical patients.
Vision and hearing for distances up to 20 feet, depth perception, and ability to distinguish basic colors.
Ability to work lengthy or irregular hours, rotating shifts, on hard surfaces, near moving equipment, and amid changes in temperature and humidity, with exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate expertise in surgical specialty techniques and required resources; contribute as a motivated team member and accept additional responsibilities.
Apply thorough knowledge of surgical instrumentation, procedures, aseptic technique, and their use.
Prepare instrument sets and specific instruments for scheduled, add-on, and emergency cases.
Clean and prepare instruments for transport to decontamination and terminal sterilization.
Help maintain adequate instrument and supply inventory, check daily par levels, and order appropriate amounts without overstocking.
Communicate special equipment and instrument needs for the following day's cases.
Coordinate, organize, and prioritize care plans for assigned surgical patients and respond to changing patient-care needs and departmental situations.
Assist with orienting and educating teammates.
Assist the surgical team in preparing patients and assembling supplies, instruments, and equipment, and in disposition of surgical specimens.
Verify sterility of supplies and instrumentation before use; use supplies judiciously and accurately document and submit charges.
Monitor and document completion of sterilization activities.
Advance the clinic's Performance Improvement Process and contribute to departmental quality control.
Participate in educational opportunities, in-services, and staff meetings.
Assist in developing policies, procedures, and standards.
Serve as a preceptor or mentor and clinical resource to others.
Take responsibility for assigned unit clinical projects and use problem-solving and resources judiciously within scope of work.
Respond to computer messages, phone calls, or text messages requesting routine or emergency instruments or supplies.
Perform duties according to department policies and procedures.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Premium pay, such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate's job.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career development programs and well-being programs.