Surgical Technologist

Yale New Haven Health • New Haven, CT

137d • Onsite

About The Position

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. The Certified Surgical Technologist III is a certified technician who, as a result of advanced education and in-depth clinical experience is able to demonstrate proficiency in a defined area of practice. This individual is highly motivated and self-directed and requires minimal supervision in accomplishing his/her duties and responsibilities. He/she actively contributes to the knowledge and growth of self and others and is able to assume more responsibilities outside of his/her area of expertise. Patient and family centered care (PFCC) at YNHH is demonstrated by working with patients and their families based on the 4 principles of PFCC: participation, dignity and respect, information sharing, and collaboration. This includes providing service excellence by creating a great "First Impression" by demonstrating exemplary customer service skills for all customer groups including patients, families/friends, physicians, staff and support department personnel. Adheres to the "I Am YNHH" service excellence pledge and promotes a positive work environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of CAAH EP (Commission on Programs) accredited Surgical Technologist Program or equivalent.
• Accreditation of Allied Health Education.
• Demonstrated achievement of excellent skill developments from a CAAHP accredited surgical technologist program.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique combined with the knowledge of human anatomy and various instrumentation and procedures in all surgical areas and services.

Nice To Haves

• 3-5 years of experience and certification as a surgical technician preferred.
• Training may be through a hospital based program or through the military.

Responsibilities

• Consistently exceeds performance expectations of Level I and II identified under the domain of patient care concepts.
• Consistently exceeds performance expectations of Level I and II identified under the domain of aseptic and disinfection principles in the care of supplies, instruments, equipment, and the environment.
• Consistently exceeds performance expectations of Level I and II identified under the domain of surgical case presentation skills.
• Consistently exceeds performance expectations of Level I and II identified under the domain of the scrub person role.
• Consistently exceeds performance expectations of Level I and II identified under the domain of assisting the RN circulator.
• Consistently exceeds performance expectations of Level I and II identified under the domain of accountability as a healthcare professional.

What This Job Offers

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