Surgical Technologist IV - Atrium Health Mercy, Full Time

American Addiction Centers • Charlotte, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role requires a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application. The Surgical Technologist IV assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments before, during, and after surgical procedures. They are responsible for cleaning and preparing instruments for terminal sterilization. This position supports the Registered Nurse circulator in patient preparation, assembly of supplies, instruments, and equipment, and the proper handling of specimens. The technologist also assists with room turnover. This role is assigned to heightened specialized procedures including neurosurgery and spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex orthopedics, and robotics. Duties are performed according to department policy and procedure. The technologist monitors surgical supplies and instrumentation for sterility before use, ensures judicious use of supplies, and accurately documents and submits charges. They also monitor and document sterilization activities for completion. The role involves attending in-services and staff meetings, demonstrating knowledge of current department issues, and participating in the Performance Improvement Process. Educational opportunities are utilized to increase competency and meet personal goals. The technologist may assist in the development of policies, procedures, and standards, serve as a preceptor, and act as a clinical resource to others. They assume responsibility for individual unit clinical projects and oversee service lines as needed.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist.
• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider required.
• Current certification required.
• 5 years of total operating room experience in surgical technologist role required.
• 2 years of specialized training in one of the following areas, neurosurgery, and spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex ortho, and robotics required.
• Meets all ST III qualifications of Surgical Tech Ladder.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to age-specific issues and data reflective of the patient's status.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the following age groups.
• Ability to communication and write.
• Strenuous physical effort will require walking, stretching, bending, climbing stairs, twisting, and squatting or kneeling while performing tasks.
• May have lengthy periods of standing.
• Requires frequent use of side vision, lifting, pushing, and pulling.
• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds.
• Use of both hands and all fingers and is required to use hands for gripping, speed work and precision during the operation equipment/instruments and movement/positioning of surgical patients.
• Vision and hearing for distances of up to twenty 20 feet is required, depth perception and able to distinguish basic colors is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment, and proper disposition of all specimens.
• Assists with all aspects of room turnover.
• Performs duties according to department policy and procedure.
• Monitors surgical supplies and instrumentation for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used in a judicious manner, charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately.
• Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion.
• Attends in-services/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department related issues and participates in Performance Improvement Process.
• Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals.
• Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards.
• Serves as a preceptor, and a clinical resource to others.
• Assumes responsibility for individual specified unit clinical projects and oversees service lines as needed.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees