OR Surgical Technologist - PRN - Indian Creek ASC

KU MedWest Ambulatory Surgery•Overland Park, KS

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Indian Creek ASC is seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist with a diverse skillset. The Surgical Technologist assists the surgeon and surgical team, maintains physician preference cards, pulls cases, and prepares and maintains supplies, equipment, and instruments for cases. The role requires competency in sterile technique policies and procedures and compliance with HIPAA, along with other assigned duties. The Surgical Technologist must adapt to a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment, prioritize competing demands, and demonstrate attention to detail, excellent communication, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with teammates, physicians, ancillary staff, and patients. The position reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager and includes cross-training to other functions as needed. Indian Creek Ambulatory Surgery Center is a state-of-the-art, high-volume outpatient surgery center jointly owned by the University of Kansas Health System and physician investors. It has seven operating rooms and six procedure rooms and provides services in Orthopedics, General Surgery, ENT, GI, and Pain. Teammates are employed by KU Midwest LCC ASC. The center describes its culture as employee- and patient-focused and offers work-life balance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist is preferred.
Certification in Surgical Technology is preferred.
College or technical school education is preferred.
Demonstrated competency in sterile technique policies and procedures.
Ability to adapt and be flexible in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
Ability to prioritize competing demands and demonstrate attention to detail.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Nice To Haves

College or technical school education.
Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist.
Certification in Surgical Technology.

Responsibilities

Assist the surgeon and surgical team.
Maintain physician preference cards.
Pull cases.
Prepare and maintain supplies, equipment, and instruments for cases.
Follow sterile technique policies and procedures.
Comply with HIPAA.
Perform other assigned duties.
Cross-train to other functions as needed.
Prioritize competing tasks and maintain attention to detail.
Build and maintain relationships with teammates, physicians, ancillary staff, and patients.