Surgical Technologist II - Surgical Services - FT - Days - $15K Sign on Bonus - MHP

Memorial Healthcare•Pembroke, MA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Facilitates the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures. This role involves preparing the operating room, anticipating the needs of the surgical team, collaborating with the sterile processing team, and contributing to a safe and supportive environment. The position requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment. Memorial Healthcare System is dedicated to improving the health, well-being, and quality of life for its patients, and this role is integral to that mission.

Requirements

Accredited Program: Surgical Technologist (Required)
BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE), BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS)
One (1) year of experience required.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision with a positive disposition.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Nice To Haves

Certified Surgical Technologist certification (CST or TS-C) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Handles, labels, and processes surgical specimens according to established protocols for safe and accurate delivery to the laboratory.
Precepts and mentors new staff members, fostering skill development and supporting orientation and onboarding.
Prepares the operating room by setting up sterile fields with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment, and supplies tailored to each case.
Anticipates the needs of the surgical team by passing instruments, supplies, and equipment efficiently during procedures while maintaining strict sterile technique.
Collaborates with the sterile processing team to decontaminate, prepare, and sterilize surgical instruments and supplies.
Contributes to a safe and supportive environment by adhering to infection prevention, patient safety, and quality standards.
Verifies that surgical instruments and equipment are functioning properly and promptly reports or addresses any issues.
Monitors and accounts for instruments, sponges, and supplies throughout each procedure to ensure patient safety.
Assists nursing staff in direct patient care, including preparation, transport, positioning, and draping of patients for surgery.