Surgical Technologist

Singing River Health System • Ocean Springs, MS

35d • Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. He/She has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. The Surgical Technologist ensures quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field. He/She assists in the preparation of the room before surgery and is accountable for all items required for their surgical table, including all required instrumentation and sutures.

Expectation is for all performed duties to be in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, and governing guidance and publications for health care employees.

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Must complete and maintain current BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer
• Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training
• Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette
• Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.)
• Must have intermediate knowledge of MS Outlook and Word
• Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment based on approved scope of practice and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages
• Must possesses a thorough knowledge of AST process standards
• Job requires traveling throughout the SRHS service area with the employee providing his/her own transportation
• Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities
• Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone
• Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels
• Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required
• Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Handles instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures
• Understands surgical procedures and anticipates the surgeon's needs
• Ensures quality patient care during operative procedures
• Maintains vigilance over the sterile field
• Assists in preparing the operating room before surgery
• Accountable for all items required for the surgical table, including instrumentation and sutures

What This Job Offers

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