Surgical Technologist | Full-Time | OR

Singing River Health System • Ocean Springs, MS

3d • 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.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Current BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
• De-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days).
• Proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.).
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Outlook and Word.
• Ability to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment based on approved scope of practice and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.
• Thorough knowledge of AST process standards.
• Ability to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may occur according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.

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 the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon based on understanding of the procedure.
• Ensures quality patient care during the operative procedure.
• Maintains the sterile field.
• Assists in the preparation of the room before surgery.
• Is accountable for all items required for their surgical table, including all required instrumentation and sutures.
• Performs duties in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, and governing guidance and publications for health care employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED