Surgical Technologist II

MyMichigan Health•Midland, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This individual fills the role of surgical technologist in the Operating Room at RSC. They demonstrate knowledge of surgical procedures and assure all supplies and equipment are available for the procedure. They assist in keeping accurate account of drugs, sharps, and instruments. They are responsible for maintaining and monitoring the sterile field.

Requirements

BLS: Basic Life Support (AHA)
SURGTECH: Cert Surgical Technologist (CST certification by the Association of Surgical Technologist or ongoing higher education in the medical field completed within 24 months of hire date or transfer to position. Must be maintained.)
High School diploma or GED and surgical technology certificate required.
Surgical Technologist II is a certified surgical technologist who has been employed for one year or more and takes on greater responsibility in providing patient care.
Demonstrates problem solving skills along with higher level of critical thinking skills.
Manual dexterity and mechanical skills needed to properly use and hold surgical instruments.
Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
Competency in Microsoft Windows.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Nice To Haves

A surgical tech who graduated from a CAAHEP-accredited surgical tech program or military surgical tech training program preferred.
Associate degree in Surgical Technology, maintains certification in surgical technology, CST.
Surgical Tech who graduated with a certificate who holds the certification Tech in Surgery-Certified TS-C CST certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates knowledge of surgical procedures and ability to problem solve in relation to the procedure being performed.
Verifies items on the pick lists.
Assures all equipment, instruments and supplies are available for the procedure.
Accountable for supplies so that accurate patient charges are billed.
Sets up sterile field with instruments in a timely manner.
Keeps accurate account of all medications, sponges, instruments and sharps on the sterile fields per policy.
Maintains the sterile environments.
Monitors the sterile field and recognizes breaks in technique.
Demonstrates proper use of equipment, assembling of equipment, disposables as well as cleaning and sterilizing.
Assures all equipment, supplies and instruments are assembled correctly and in working condition for the surgical procedure.
In the performance of the regular job duties, it is appropriate for this job code to have access to the medication room and supply room for the purpose of stocking.
Cleaning and processing of GI scopes.
Develops and maintains good working rapport with interdisciplinary personnel to meet the needs of each patient.
Remains calm and efficient when working in stressful situations.
Shares information and reports significant changes and/or abnormal findings to appropriate team members.
Participates in regulatory surveys.
Participates in performance improvement activities.
Assists with orientation and ongoing competencies.
Attend and participate in professional association activities and programs to assure being current on regulations, guidelines, and professional standards of care.
Remain current on new developments by reading professional journals, and attending seminars.
Fulfills extra shift coverage as needed.
Other duties as assigned.