Surgical Technologist-Riverview-OR-Full Time-Days-Benefits

Hackensack Meridian Health•Red Bank, NJ

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives - and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Requirements

Must have a High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
You must meet the NJ requirements under the Surgical Technologist law to be considered for this opportunity
BLS is required
Must be a graduate of an accredited Surgical Tech Program and a Certified Surgical Tech

Nice To Haves

6 months OR experience is strongly preferred
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 1 year surgical scrub experience which is preferred
National certification is preferred
Must be self-starter who works well independently
Time management and prioritizing skills a must
Ability to multi task

Responsibilities

Performs assigned duties under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse.
Demonstrates positive behavior and the ability to implement a plan of care.
Duties require detailed knowledge of surgical instruments and prescribed procedures to provide Surgeons the appropriate sterile instruments and supplies throughout the course of surgery.
Accurately completes assignments within scheduled time periods.
Communicates pertinent patient information and actual or potential problems to registered nurse throughout the shift, before breaks, during transfer and shift report.
Reports timely and accurate changes in the patient's condition.
Cooperates with reassignments in the interest of patient care.
Demonstrates the ability to care for patients by providing safe, direct patient care, demonstrating knowledge and competency in completing assigned treatments and procedures according to established standards and policies.
Exercises calm behavior and utilizes appropriate judgment while working in a team approach during emergency situations.
Participates in the improvement processes of quality patient care.
Provides for effective and safe patient/customer outcomes through practice, judgment and critical actions.
Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.