Surgical Technologist

Singing River Health System • Gulfport, MS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment needed during surgical procedures. The role requires understanding the procedure being performed, anticipating the surgeon’s needs, ensuring quality patient care during the operative procedure, and maintaining the sterile field. The Surgical Technologist helps prepare the room before surgery and is accountable for the items required for the surgical table, including instrumentation and sutures.

All duties must be performed in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization requirements, and governing guidance and publications for health care employees. The position reports to the OR Lead Coordinator and Patient Care Manager and does not supervise others. It is PRN with minimal call requirements at Singing River Gulfport Hospital.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
• Complete appropriate-level de-escalation training by the end of position orientation (90 days).
• Demonstrate clinical judgment within the approved scope of practice and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.
• Possess thorough knowledge of AST process standards.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in complex situations.
• Demonstrate emotional stability conducive to high stress levels and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships.
• Possess proficient computer and keyboard skills, proficiency with office technology such as telephone and fax, and intermediate knowledge of MS Outlook and Word.
• Be able to remain active for extended periods without undue fatigue and work assigned schedules, with possible changes to off days, shifts, or weekends according to hospital needs.
• Provide personal transportation for travel throughout the SRHS service area.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
• Current Surgical Technologist Certification.
• Prior experience as a Surgical Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Handle the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during surgical procedures.
• Understand the procedure being performed and anticipate the needs of the surgeon.
• Help ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure.
• Maintain vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field.
• Assist with preparing the room before surgery.
• Account for all items required for the surgical table, including instrumentation and sutures.
• Perform duties in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization requirements, and governing guidance and publications.
• Safely move, lift, and handle supplies, equipment, and patients with assistance, requesting help and using available lifting devices or additional staff when needed.
• Travel throughout the SRHS service area using personal transportation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED