Surgical Technologist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Completion of Health First’s On-The-Job Training Program for Surgical Technician, Or graduate of a program for Surgical Technologist (Military, Community College, Or School for Surgical Technology), Or one year of work experience as a surgical tech or surgical assistant
• Must hold American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintain.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Ability to perform basic math
• Reliable transportation with ability to respond from location within 30 minutes of assigned facility when on call
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable with daily schedule and assigned tasks
• Ability to respond appropriately to stressful or life-threatening situations.
• Detail-oriented with ability for continuous concentration on an activity.
• Excellent customer service skills with ability to interact effectively with medical staff and patient care teams.
• Motivated to complete milestones and competencies with ability to receive constructive criticism and apply to future performance.
• Ability to work autonomously, while consulting chain of command as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a Surgical Technologist
• One year of experience as a surgical technologist

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of duties in an operating room observing proper techniques to include preparing rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment; open sterile supplies and arrange sterile setups for operations.
• Creates, maintains, and terminates sterile field for surgical procedures.
• Properly handles and cares for all instruments and equipment. Checks materials and equipment for proper functioning and adequacy; reports faulty equipment and instruments per policy.
• Assists with precepting new technical personnel.
• Attends in-services and mandatory meetings.
• Cooperates with the nurse in the individualized plan of care for each patient.
• Anticipates needs of surgeon and surgical assistants in the operating room, passing instruments, sutures, sponges, and supplies needed in an operative procedure.
• Demonstrates an ability to perform all duties required of a Surgical Technologist in accordance with established procedures and completion of skills check list.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee wellness programs and resources
• Competitive pay with shift differentials (if applicable)
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance