Certified Surgical Tech Weekends only

Baystate Health • Springfield, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Baystate Medical Center's Main Operating Room is seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist to join its surgical team in Springfield, Massachusetts. The Main OR provides surgical services in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and supports a broad range of complex inpatient and outpatient procedures. The newly renovated operating suites feature advanced technology and resources. The department includes 24 inpatient and outpatient operating rooms and eight dedicated heart and vascular and neurology interventional procedure rooms. As part of a 24/7 surgical services department, team members participate in weekend, holiday, and off-shift rotation coverage, with rotation expectations occurring at least quarterly.

The Surgical Technologist works under the direction of the Unit Manager, RN Clinical Operations Coordinator, and/or RN Service Leads, and under surgeon or physician guidance, to facilitate safe and effective invasive procedures. The role applies knowledge of aseptic technique, anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and surgical technologies to support patient care. The position is part-time, 24 hours per week, on a weekend-only first-shift schedule listed as 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m.

Baystate Health describes benefits that may be available depending on eligibility, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; continuing education support and reimbursement; career advancement opportunities; a 403(b) retirement plan with company match and annual company contribution increases based on years of service; paid time off; financial wellness resources; wellbeing programs; and additional insurance and Farm Share memberships. Eligible external hires may receive a sign-on bonus.

Requirements

• Associate of Science in Surgical Technology, completion of a program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education Association, or completion of a structured training program with a professional equivalent.
• Certificate in Surgical Technology (required).
• AST certification when required. New hires require certification if they had no experience in a surgical facility before July 1, 2013.
• American Heart Association BLS/Basic Life Support certification.
• At least 2 years of experience, including 1 year of employment at Baystate Medical Center or 2 years of comparable experience and attainment of competency upon completion of orientation.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide proficiency in the areas of responsibility may substitute for the minimally required education and/or experience, unless certification, licensure, or registration requirements apply.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures under the direction of designated nursing leadership and surgeon or physician guidance.
• Apply expertise in aseptic technique, human anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and advancing surgical technologies to support safe patient care.
• Anticipate surgeons' and physicians' needs through continuous attention to the surgical process and patient condition, helping promote safe, efficient, quality outcomes.
• Function across a variety of surgical specialty services and support minimally invasive, invasive, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures.
• Participate as an integral member of the operating team by understanding the patient's history, allergies, and intra-operative care plan.
• Maintain a safe environment and sterile field, including appropriate specimen handling and labeling, sharps safety, and intra-operative temperature regulation.
• Safely operate, manage, and inspect designated equipment and instruments according to manufacturers' guidelines and established policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of pharmacological agents dispensed to the sterile field, including mixtures, doses, and labels, in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Complete required documentation accurately within the Surgical Technologist's scope of practice.
• Maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform assigned responsibilities.
• Participate in weekend, holiday, and off-shift rotation coverage as required by the 24/7 department, with rotation expectations at least quarterly.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, described as high-quality and low-cost.
• Continuing education support and reimbursement.
• Career growth opportunities, including clinical advancement and Baystate's Surgical Technologist career ladder.
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match and annual company contribution increases based on years of service.
• Paid time off, with up to 25 days in the first year and scheduled earned increases.
• Free financial coaching and first-time homebuyer financial packages.
• Wellbeing programs and reimbursement for eligible wellbeing activities, such as gym memberships, equipment, personal training, and massage.
• Pet, home, auto, and personal insurance; life insurance; and Farm Share memberships.
• Sign-on bonus up to $5,000 for eligible external hires.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree