Surgical Technologist CVOR - Sign On Bonus Eligible (up to $10,000)

Tufts Medicine•Boston, MA

23h•$37 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist is an entry-level position in the Cardiovascular Operating Room at Tufts Medical Center. Working under the supervision of the surgical team, this role supports patient care throughout the perioperative experience and assists surgeons during a wide variety of surgical procedures by preparing and organizing instruments, supplies, and equipment. The role follows department and hospital policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives, and works cooperatively with other services to support quality care. The Cardiovascular Operating Room team performs complex cardiac procedures in a specialized academic medical center environment. The position requires maintaining aseptic technique, supporting surgical counts and intraoperative activities, and helping ensure a safe environment for patients undergoing surgery. Staff participate in quality improvement, continuing education, orientation, and emergency preparedness activities. The position involves frequent patient and equipment handling and work in semi-restricted and restricted operating-room areas. It includes exposure to surgical lights, hazardous chemicals, blood and bodily fluids, noise, radiation, lasers, temperature fluctuations, anesthesia gases, and other occupational hazards. The role may require wearing a protective lead apron for extended periods.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet one of the stated surgical technology education or experience pathways: employed as a surgical technologist in a surgical facility before July 1, 2013; successfully completed a military surgical technology training program; or graduated from an accredited Surgical Tech Program.
0 to less than 12 months of healthcare experience.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
New graduates of an accredited Surgical Tech Program must obtain the required credential within 12 months of graduation.
Advanced knowledge of aseptic technique and infection prevention practices.
Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology.
Basic knowledge of computers, surgical equipment, and infrastructure.
Basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span.
Excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with staff, patients, physicians, vendors, and other hospital departments.
Knowledge of procedures related to the surgical specialty area and sufficient general knowledge to assist in other specialties as needed.
Ability to work in semi-restricted and restricted Operating Room and perioperative support areas.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods under surgical lights, wear a protective lead apron for extended periods, and frequently lift and position patients, materials, equipment, power tools, and instruments.

Responsibilities

Function professionally as an Operating Room Surgical Technologist across a wide variety of surgical procedures and stages.
Maintain strict aseptic technique during setup, patient draping, and surgical procedures.
Scrub for surgical cases, organize instrumentation for the surgeon, and participate in surgical counts.
Select and prepare appropriate instruments, supplies, and equipment for surgical cases.
Perform related activities under the direction of the surgeon.
Complete counts with the circulating nurse according to Operating Room policy.
Manage intraoperative medications in accordance with Operating Room policy.
Manage surgical specimens according to physician orders and hospital policy.
Follow Operating Room procedures for decontaminating instruments and equipment and turning over rooms.
Assist with positioning, moving, and transporting patients as needed.
Report equipment and supply problems to the Charge Nurse, Service Lead, or Clinical Nursing Director as needed.
When not participating in surgical cases, assist with positioning, obtaining needed items during surgery, and room turnover.
Participate in Operating Room quality improvement, continuing education, orientation of new personnel, and emergency preparedness activities.
Remain knowledgeable about service-specific equipment to ensure its safe and efficient use.
Maintain collaborative working relationships with peers and colleagues.