Surgical Technologist Cert - Cath Lab - Days

Integris Health•Edmond, OK

64d•Onsite

About The Position

INTEGRIS Health Edmond, Oklahoma's largest not-for-profit health system has a great opportunity for a Certified Surg Tech - Cath Lab - Days in Edmond, OK. In this position, you'll have the option of working 0730-1600, full-time with our Cath Lab team providing exceptional care to those who have entrusted INTEGRIS Health with their healthcare needs. If our mission of partnering with people to live healthier lives speaks to you, apply today, and learn more about our increased compensation plans and recently enhanced benefits package for all eligible caregivers such as front-loaded PTO, 100% INTEGRIS Health paid short-term disability, increased retirement match, and paid family leave. We invite you to join us as we strive to The Most Trusted Partner for Health. The Certified Surgical Technologist functions as an integral member of the surgical team, possessing expertise in sterile technique, human anatomy, and surgical procedures. They independently manage surgical instruments and supplies during operations and ensure patient safety throughout all phases of a procedure. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires. INTEGRIS Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Potential for exposure to infections and communicable diseases, blood and body fluids, electrical equipment, lasers, radiology and fluoroscopy equipment, needle sticks, suction splashing, chemicals, cleaning solvents, Stat IV, sterilization chemicals, hexacholorophate, betadine and sharps. Must follow standard precautions. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.

Requirements

EXPERIENCE: Experience scrubbing in multiple specialties
LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS: BLS (Basic Life Support) Issued by American Red Cross or American Heart Association within 60 days of hire
CST (Certified Surgical Tech) OR NCCT-TS-C (Tech in Surgery-Certified)
SKILLS: INTEGRIS Health Grove Hospital Only: Ensures all instruments are decontaminated and stored using the appropriate processes, solutions, supplies and equipment.
Completes the necessary procedures for sterilization per manufacturer instructions and hospital procedures.
Responsible for preparing and documenting sterilization process charts, logs and records per hospital and regulatory guidelines.
Completes high level disinfectant process education annually, as applicable
This job requires the incumbents to operate a INTEGRIS-owned vehicle OR personal vehicle (non INTEGRIS-owned) and therefore must have a current Oklahoma State Drivers License as well as a driving record which is acceptable to our insurance carrier.

Nice To Haves

EXPERIENCE: Radiology / Cath Lab Only: 6 months experience in angiography and experience with PTA and PTCA, laser PTA/PTCA, and intra-aortic balloon pump

Responsibilities

Independently maintains a sterile field throughout surgical procedures.
Anticipates surgeon needs and responds proactively.
Sets up surgical supplies, instruments, and solutions for diverse procedures.
Performs instrument, sponge, and sharp counts with circulator.
Drapes patients and prepares sterile sites.
Passes instruments efficiently during surgery.
Manages surgical specimens and labeling.
Prepares sterile dressings and assists with wound care.
Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
Leads or assists in terminal OR cleaning and prepping for next case.
May act as a mentor to junior staff or students.
May retrieve and transport medications (no preparation or administration).
Surgical Technologists may, if enrolled in an approved Surgical First Assist Program with current affiliate agreement with INTEGRIS, perform functions as a Certified Surgical First Assistant while completing program requirements
Reports to the assigned supervisor and Clinical Director.
This position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. Please consult the Physical Demands Project SharePoint site or contact Risk Management/Employee Health for additional information.