Surgical Technologist IV - Atrium Health Pineville, General

Advocate Health•Charlotte, NC

8d•$29 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Surgical Technologist IV at Atrium Health Pineville, within the Surgery Room department. The role is full-time, requiring 40 hours per week, with a weekday day schedule that includes night and weekend call requirements. The pay range is $28.55 to $42.85. The Surgical Technologist IV is expected to possess a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique, assist in organizing supplies and instruments, clean and prepare instruments for sterilization, and support the Registered Nurse circulator in patient preparation and room turnover. This role is assigned to heightened specialized procedures including neurosurgery and spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex orthopedics, and robotics. The technologist will monitor and document sterilization activities, attend in-services, participate in performance improvement, and pursue educational opportunities to enhance competency. Additionally, they will assist in policy development, serve as a preceptor and clinical resource, and take responsibility for unit clinical projects and service line oversight.

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 through NBSTSA or NCCT.
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:

Responsibilities

Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application.
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.
Assigned to heightened specialized procedures: neurosurgery and spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex orthopedics, and robotics.
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

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
Benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program