Surgical Technologist- VSP/Limited Hours, Days
Holland Hospital•Holland, MI
•Onsite
About The Position
This position maintains responsibility for the preparation of the surgical suite, intraoperative handling of instruments, maintenance of the sterile field, and evaluation of changing conditions throughout the surgical procedure. The Surgical Technologist is responsible for maintaining knowledge of surgical procedures and implementing hospital policies related to surgery. They work alongside the circulating Registered Nurse and under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate safe and effective care that maximizes patient safety.
Requirements
- Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program or equivalent experience in Surgical Technology
- BLS for the Healthcare Provider by 60 days after hire
Responsibilities
- Provides sterile instruments and supplies throughout the surgical procedure
- Performs appropriate surgical counts throughout the surgical procedure
- Creates and maintains a sterile and safe environment
- Prepares surgical cases with the necessary equipment, supplies, instruments, and medications/solutions for each procedure
- Expedites procedure by anticipating the needs of the physician through proper selection of appropriate equipment, instruments, and supplies
- Supports the operation of the unit by completing assigned tasks such as inventory, stocking, and cleaning of assigned areas
- Promotes patient safety by maintaining the standards of nursing care and implements the policies and procedures of the hospital and nursing department, including maintaining the patients bill of rights
- Achieves unit specific initial and ongoing competencies
- Demonstrates knowledge of aseptic technique and/or clean surgical/procedural technique
- Demonstrates appropriate use of emergency equipment
- Accurately completes assigned procedures in a thorough and timely manner under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN)
- Demonstrates proper use of and shares knowledge with other staff regarding equipment, techniques and procedures
- Expedites procedure by anticipating the needs of the physician, selecting appropriate equipment/supplies
- Trouble-shoots and maintains equipment
- Assists with regulatory and unit checks as delegated
- Processes instruments effectively to include cleaning, inspection, and testing for proper functioning, assembly and sterilization according to standards
- Assembles case carts to include all surgery items and instruments in a timely manner for surgical cases
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
