Part Time Surgical Technologist - No Call

ThedaCare

17d

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist assists in the preparation and care of surgical patients under the general direction of a professional nurse or a physician. Possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile/aseptic technique and combines the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a surgeon’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Operating Room Surgical Tech/Materials Lead in a new ambulatory surgery center in Oshkosh. This is a four-operating-room and two procedural room facility that is a partnership between ThedaCare and the surgeons in the region. This center will have a diverse mix of case types that include general surgery, endoscopy, gynecology, ENT, podiatry, spine, and pain cases. The center will look to add additional service lines over time. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in a multispecialty surgical setting. Working knowledge of community surgeons is beneficial, but not a limitation. There is no after-hours or weekend call associated with this position. If you have a desire to work in a new facility with a culturally strong and high performing team, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Must be 18 years of age
• Completion of a surgical technologist training program.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) is also required in the Cath Lab.
• Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of Fifty (50) pounds without assistance
• Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties

Nice To Haves

• The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in a multispecialty surgical setting.
• Working knowledge of community surgeons is beneficial, but not a limitation.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures and instrumentation to provide the highest quality outcomes for a patient undergoing a procedure.
• Selects instruments, equipment, and supplies for each surgical procedure to achieve desired clinical outcomes.
• Prepares room for procedure by setting up sterile tables and checking equipment and supplies to ensure the operating room is ready for patient care.
• Scrubs for surgical procedures by helping with prepping and draping patients, passing sterile instruments and supplies, and assisting with surgical procedures to ensure quality outcomes for patients.
• Understands and follows the principles of sterile technique, and takes steps to remedy breaks in sterile technique to ensure a safe patient environment.
• Identifies specimens before passing off the field and transports specimens to pathology, as directed, to ensure specimens are handled according to policy.
• Identifies, with registered nurse, intra-procedure medication, dosage, and labeling of all solutions and drugs to ensure safe medication practices are in place.
• Assists with the transfer of patients in to or out of operating room to ensure operating room efficiency and patient safety.
• Cleans rooms, instruments, and equipment according to regulatory standards and policies to ensure patient safety.

Benefits

• Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness – Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees