Surgical Technologist

Stillwater Medical Center Healthcare Authority•Stillwater, OK

About The Position

Assists the surgeon during operative and invasive procedures. Ensures the operating suite is adequately prepared for procedures and handles and cares for surgical instrumentation in accordance with departmental and manufacturer-recommended guidelines. Ensures aseptic technique is followed during sterile procedures. Participates in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities. This is a full-time, day-shift position, Monday through Friday, with weekends and on-call shifts as needed. New graduates and students in the final months of a surgical technologist program are welcome to apply.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Complete a surgical technologist program, with certification preferred, or have at least 3 years of experience as a surgical technologist.
Be able to respond to SMC within 30 minutes when on call.
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Be able to take emergency call from 3 p.m. to 7 a.m. on weekdays and 24-hour call on weekends on a rotating schedule.
Have current CPR certification.
Have basic computer knowledge.
Have the strength and stamina for prolonged walking and standing.
Be able to frequently lift at least 60 pounds and reach, pull, push, bend, stoop, and kneel.
Have adequate vision, or vision correctable with glasses or contacts, to read and write.
Be able to hear, or have hearing correctable with hearing devices, and talk with others in person and over the phone.
Be able to hear, see, and feel to accurately observe, monitor, and administer care.
Possess fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination to provide care and handle instruments.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a surgical technologist.

Responsibilities

Assist the surgeon during operative and invasive procedures.
Ensure the operating suite is adequately prepared for procedures.
Handle and care for surgical instrumentation in accordance with departmental and manufacturer-recommended guidelines.
Ensure aseptic technique is followed during sterile procedures.
Participate in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities.