Surgical Technologist - Maternity

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Cornelius, NC

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About The Position

The Surgical Technologist supports maternity surgical procedures by applying aseptic technique and assisting the Registered Nurse circulator. The role helps prepare patients and organize supplies, instruments, and equipment before, during, and after procedures, and assists with specimen handling and room turnover. It also monitors the sterility of supplies and completion of sterilization activities, documents charges accurately, and uses supplies judiciously. The technologist follows department policies and procedures and contributes to staff education, performance improvement, clinical projects, and the development of policies, procedures, and standards. The position may also serve as a preceptor and clinical resource.

This is a part-time position scheduled for three 12-hour shifts in a six-week period. Physical demands include walking, standing for extended periods, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and precise use of hands while handling equipment, instruments, and surgical patients. The role involves occasional exposure to noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, blood-borne pathogens, moving equipment, and changes in temperature and humidity, as well as the possibility of lengthy or irregular work hours and rotating shifts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
• Graduation from an accredited surgical technology school or successful completion of a military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist.
• Two years of operating room experience in a surgical technologist role.
• Meet all ST II qualifications of the Surgical Tech Ladder.
• Ability to communicate and write.
• Ability to lift and support 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Current certification through NBSTSA or NCCT.

Responsibilities

• Apply aseptic technique and assist with its use during surgical procedures.
• Obtain and organize supplies and instruments before, during, and after procedures.
• Assist the Registered Nurse circulator with patient preparation and assembly of supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Assist with appropriate disposition of specimens and all aspects of room turnover.
• Perform duties according to department policies and procedures.
• Monitor surgical supplies for sterility before use and ensure judicious use of supplies.
• Accurately document and submit charges.
• Monitor and document completion of sterilization activities.
• Attend in-services and staff meetings, stay informed about department-related issues, and participate in the Performance Improvement Process.
• Participate in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals.
• Assist in developing policies, procedures, and standards.
• May serve as a preceptor and clinical resource to others.
• Assist with assigned unit clinical projects as needed.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits, subject to eligibility.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave, subject to eligibility.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program, subject to eligibility.
• Potential shift and on-call premium pay, based on teammate assignment.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

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