Surgical Technologist Per Diem (Ambulatory Surgery- Outpatient)

Trinity Health•Fort Lauderdale, FL

About The Position

Purpose The Surgical Technologist (certified or licensed) serves as a member of the surgical team, responds to patient needs, prepares / maintains resources (e.g., equipment, instruments, supplies) & provides safe, quality health care services & / or assistance for surgical procedures in accordance with level of experience, education, policies / procedures / protocols & standards. Note: “patients” refers to patients, clients, residents, participants, customers, members Essential Functions Our Trinity Health Culture: Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates our Trinity Health Mission, Values, Vision, Actions & Promise in behaviors, practices & decisions. Focus: Performs clinical care activities (direct or indirect) for patients within the “scope of practice” laws & training received; Cares for patients safely by assisting in clinical care services or engaging in administrative activities (e.g., maintaining records or supplies) that enhance or improve coordination, preparation & flow of the care experience. Process Focus: Knows, understands & incorporates basic or essential area of practice (document, coordinate, communicate) & training standards. Communication: Uses clear, effective, respectful language & communication methods / means. Environment: Performs work in a safe, engaging, collaborative & supportive manner; Influences the responsible use of resources; Accountable for continuous self-development & supporting the growth of others. Maintains a working knowledge of applicable federal, state & local laws/regulations, Trinity Health Integrity & Compliance Program & Code of Conduct, as well as other policies, procedures & guidelines in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical & professional behavior & safe work practices. Functional Role (not inclusive of titles or advancement career progression) Tech / Support III – skilled: Licensed or certified role (direct healthcare) that supports the total peri-operative process; Provides intra-operative patient care to patients as directed by the Director of Nursing / Medical Director / Quality Committee(s); Anticipates surgeon’s needs in the use of medical supplies, instrumentation & equipment availability & readiness; Maintains a safe & clean operating room suite; Assists & / or ensures documentation & detailed records are kept; Performs essential duties & techniques appropriate to role / function / procedure; Participates in quality improvement processes; May serve as a resource (lead), role model & / or mentor.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Current certification from accredited Surgical Technology program
At least one (1) year experience in a health care or military medical setting
Meets requirements for applicable state(s) of engagement

Responsibilities

Serves as a member of the surgical team
Responds to patient needs
Prepares / maintains resources (e.g., equipment, instruments, supplies)
Provides safe, quality health care services & / or assistance for surgical procedures in accordance with level of experience, education, policies / procedures / protocols & standards
Performs clinical care activities (direct or indirect) for patients within the “scope of practice” laws & training received
Cares for patients safely by assisting in clinical care services or engaging in administrative activities (e.g., maintaining records or supplies) that enhance or improve coordination, preparation & flow of the care experience
Provides intra-operative patient care to patients as directed by the Director of Nursing / Medical Director / Quality Committee(s)
Anticipates surgeon’s needs in the use of medical supplies, instrumentation & equipment availability & readiness
Maintains a safe & clean operating room suite
Assists & / or ensures documentation & detailed records are kept
Performs essential duties & techniques appropriate to role / function / procedure
Participates in quality improvement processes
May serve as a resource (lead), role model & / or mentor