Surgical Technologist- SEIU - Operating Room- Sign On Bonus Eligible

Tufts Medicine

5d•$35 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

Melrose/Wakefield Hospital, part of Tufts Medicine, is seeking an experienced full-time Surgical Technician - SIEU to join our operating room team. This is a great opportunity to work close to home and avoid commuting traffic at a community hospital with a great culture! This role is eligible for a generous sign on bonus for experienced candidates! The Surgical Technician, under the guidance of the Registered Nurse, is responsible for the care and safety of surgical patients. This role is responsible for assisting the physician with the preparation of and the technical aspects of the role of the scrub person during surgical procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Program OR Massachusetts's Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Surgical Technician certification through an accredited program or within 12 months of completing program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Two (2) years of Operating Room Experience.

Nice To Haves

Four (4) years of Operating Room Experience.

Responsibilities

Assists in the set-up for specific surgical procedures in accordance with established Surgical Services procedures and individual physician preferences. Responsible for updating physician preference cards.
Sets up individual case carts with appropriate instruments and equipment for next day cases. Makes Clinical Practice Leader aware of any problems.
Performs the role of the scrub person during surgical procedures: understands and applies the fundamentals of aseptic technique by maintaining the sterile field, anticipates the surgeon’s needs, passes instruments, knowledge of anatomy, follows proper medication administration, maintains accurate accounts of sponges, sharps, and instruments in conjunction with RN and physicians.
Carries out technical tasks other than cutting, clamping and suturing of tissues.
Applies electrocautery to clamps, not tissue, on bleeders under the supervision of the surgeon.
Assists the RN/Transporter in transferring the patient to designated room, Prepares surgical specimens for circulating nurse to identify and label for clinical laboratory.
May assist anesthesiologist and other personnel in setting up equipment and obtaining emergency or other supplies.