Surgical Technologist

Allina Health•Buffalo, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Allina Health, our surgical technology teams thrive in a warm, inclusive culture where teamwork, respect, and purpose drive everything we do. You’ll work with progressive technology and innovative tools that keep you at the leading edge of surgical care. In our fast-paced, collaborative environment, your skills matter- and so does your voice. Join a team where growth is encouraged, impact is real, and every day brings the chance to change lives! Key Position Details: 0.8 FTE (64 hours per two week pay period) 8-hour Day/Evening shifts On-call weekend rotation

Requirements

Associate's or Vocational degree graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program
Certified Surgical Technologist from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting within 1 year of hire OR Tech in Surgery TS-C (NCCT) Certification within 1 year of hire
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association OR Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross OR Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)

Nice To Haves

1+ year of Surgical Technologist experience

Responsibilities

Participates in providing care to patients undergoing surgical intervention, including identifying, assembling and facilitating use of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies to assist the surgical team.
Tasks are supervised by Registered Nurse and delegated by the surgeon.
May also perform in the sterile processing function as needed.
Will eventually be required to take call after orientation.
Participates as a surgical team member
Prepares the OR and sets up for procedures.
Identifies supplies, instruments and equipment needed.
Maintains safe environment for patient and other staff, using electrical equipment and instruments correctly.
Follows aseptic technique standards of practice.
Complies with regulatory requirements for point of use care of instruments.
Handles medications and specimens following policies/procedures.
Assists the physician in the scrub role during surgical procedures
Maintains a sterile field.
Anticipates needs for instruments, equipment and other supplies.
Performs sponge, sharps and other counts accurately.
Accounts for all instruments and items on the field.
Communicates to physician and circulator when needs arise during the surgical intervention.
Other duties as assigned.