The Surgical Technician is responsible for assisting the RN and surgeon during operative procedures. The Surgical Technician assists with cases of various degrees of complexity. This role may require the ability to work flexible shifts and be on call to help fulfill 24/7 operations. Reports to the Operating Room Manager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Arranges and inventories sterile set up utilizing knowledge of asepsis and sterilization techniques.
Assists in preparing and moving of patients, cleaning and room set up.
Provides a safe and efficient environment for the surgical patient under the direction of the registered nurse within a defined scope of practice.
Performs other duties as assigned.
LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
Certification in operating room technology or surgical technology through the National Association of Operating Room Technicians required.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Graduation from an accredited school of surgical technology, operating room technology or a school of practical nursing or equivalent program required.
Basic knowledge to perform arithmetic calculations when maintaining record of charges normally acquired through completion of high school.
Approximately three to six months of related experience, preferred, in order to learn sterile techniques, become familiar with anesthesia equipment and cleaning procedures, and learn inventory techniques.
Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate effectively with the surgical team and maintain effective contacts with physicians and hospital employees.
Familiarity and manual dexterity required with all basic surgical instruments, supplies, equipment and procedures.
Basic analytical skills necessary to develop solutions to problems concerning technical needs of surgery.
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when conducting procedures and operating special computer software.
BLS-HCP Certification required and/or must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Surgical areas work environment with frequent exposure to unpleasant odors from disinfectant solutions/chemicals. Possible exposure to infectious agents when handling instruments or hazardous materials. Potential for personal harm or injury is reduced when proper safety and health precautions are followed.
Full-Time Certified Surgical Scrub Tech - Sign On Bonus Available! Are you a skilled Certified Surgical Tech looking for a rewarding career opportunity? bon Secours Surgery Center at Virginia Beach is currently seeking a dedicated individual to join our team in the role of a Part-Time Certified Surgical Tech. Position Highlights: No Weekends: Benefit from a work schedule that respects your weekends. No Holidays: Embrace a schedule that allows you to spend holidays with your loved ones. No Call Required: Experience work-life balance with no on-call obligations. Responsibilities: Assist in preparing the operating room for surgeries. Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure a safe and sterile environment. Anticipate the needs of surgeons during procedures. Maintain and manage surgical instruments and equipment. Benefits: Competitive salary. Comprehensive health and dental insurance. 401(k) retirement plan. And more. If you are passionate about providing exceptional patient care and want to be part of a dynamic surgical team, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. #USP-ST #USP-123 #LI-KB3 Required Skills: High school graduate or equivalent. Surgical Tech certification, CST, required. Completion of an appropriate surgical technician program or previous surgical technician experience of at least two years. Must possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed Must be an excellent team player and have the ability to communicate with staff, patients and physicians Required Experience: Certified Surgical Technologist
City/State Virginia Beach, VA Work Shift Multiple shifts available Overview: Sentara is hiring Surgical Technologists at Sentara Operating Rooms in Norfolk and Virginia Beach! Sign on Bonus up to $30,000 offered for qualified candidates! Hospital sites include: Sentara Leigh Hospital, Norfolk Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Virginia Beach Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Norfolk, Virginia Sentara Heart Hospital, Norfolk, Virginia Shifts: Multiple Shift options available! Full Time, Part Time, and Student Externs Certification/Licensure Virginia Surgical Technologist or Surgical Assistant License REQUIRED Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification REQUIRED Experience Prior Surgical Technologist experience STRONGLY PREFERRED KEYWORDS: Talroo – Allied Health. CST. Surg Tech. Surgical Tech. Surgical Technician. Operation Room Tech. Scrub Tech. Scrub. Surgical. OR Tech. Surgical Technologist. NBSTSA. NCCT. Certified Surg Tech. Certified Surgical Tech. Certified Surgical Technologist. Virginia Beach. Norfolk. Sign on bonus. Surg Tech Student. Scrub tech. Surg Tech. Hiring. Sign on bonus. #INDEED . Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career • Medical, Dental, Vision plans • Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000 • Paid Time Off and Sick Leave • Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave • Emergency Backup Care • Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans • Life Insurance • 401k/403B with Employer Match • Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education • Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000 • Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development • Pet Insurance • Legal Resources Plan • Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital , located in Virginia Beach, VA, is home to the region’s only Level III Trauma Center. Our 273-bed facility has a long history of commitment to our communities of Virginia Beach, Eastern Shore, and Northeastern North Carolina, offering specialized tertiary services as well as many advanced clinical services. We are located just 15 minutes from VA Beach Town Center and just a few minutes to the Oceanfront. As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart, vascular, neuroscience, neurosurgery, orthopedics and spine care, cancer care, advanced imaging, and behavioral health. Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment. For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Summary GENERAL SUMMARY The Surgical Technician is responsible for assisting the RN and surgeon during operative procedures. The Surgical Technician assists with cases of various degrees of complexity. This role may require the ability to work flexible shifts and be on call to help fulfill 24/7 operations. Reports to the Operating Room Manager. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Arranges and inventories sterile set up utilizing knowledge of asepsis and sterilization techniques. Assists in preparing and moving of patients, cleaning and room set up. Provides a safe and efficient environment for the surgical patient under the direction of the registered nurse within a defined scope of practice. Performs other duties as assigned. LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS Certification in operating room technology or surgical technology through the National Association of Operating Room Technicians required. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Graduation from an accredited school of surgical technology, operating room technology or a school of practical nursing or equivalent program required. Basic knowledge to perform arithmetic calculations when maintaining record of charges normally acquired through completion of high school. Approximately three to six months of related experience, preferred, in order to learn sterile techniques, become familiar with anesthesia equipment and cleaning procedures, and learn inventory techniques. Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate effectively with the surgical team and maintain effective contacts with physicians and hospital employees. Familiarity and manual dexterity required with all basic surgical instruments, supplies, equipment and procedures. Basic analytical skills necessary to develop solutions to problems concerning technical needs of surgery. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when conducting procedures and operating special computer software. BLS-HCP Certification required and/or must be obtained within 90 days of hire. WORKING CONDITIONS Surgical areas work environment with frequent exposure to unpleasant odors from disinfectant solutions/chemicals. Possible exposure to infectious agents when handling instruments or hazardous materials. Potential for personal harm or injury is reduced when proper safety and health precautions are followed. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Click here to view physical requirements. Show more Show less
BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB A specially trained individual who helps prepare for surgical patients by selecting and preparing the supplies and instruments. Assists the surgeon under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Performs transport duties within the perioperative departments. REPORTS TO Nurse Manager/Nursing Director JOB REQUIREMENTS Supervisory Responsibilities: No Minimum Education: High School/GED; Graduate of an approved Operating Room Technician program required Degree: General License/Certification Required: Certified Surgical Technician; BLS required Minimum Work Experience: Operating Room experience preferred REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Excellent attention to detail and good at following verbal instructions. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Demonstrates proficient understanding of sterilization processes, steam, gas and cold and its impact on various instruments and equipment by providing mechanism to identify what type of sterilization is necessary on existing and new instruments. Researches and Reports abnormalities of instruments and equipment that facilitates the running of the unit to the OR Director and/or other appropriate individuals, and sends instruments and equipment out for repair following all guidelines, maintaining a record of what is out and when the items will be returned. Provides literature or necessary interventions on equipment specific sterilization when appropriate. Reviews case cart set ups daily in a thorough manner to detect accuracy and completeness. Transports patients by stretcher, wheelchair or other conveyance from pre/post operative locations. Responsible for monitoring and responding to patients and families during transportation phase. Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment. Assures staff competency by creating and providing training. Offers constructive suggestions at staff meetings for utilization of equipment, repair of equipment and proper care of equipment. Informs staff and others of improper use or abuse of equipment and recommends solutions. Demonstrates positive regard for change and problems. Attends all required meetings, demonstrates safety and maintains their work area and equipment by expected standard. Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intra-departmentally to facilitate the department’s/unit’s ability to meet its goals and objectives. Fosters mature professional relationships with fellow employees in a courteous, friendly, manner as measured by management observation and peer input. Keeps accurate documentation of equipment brought into and taken out of the department. Utilizes hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably and willingly accepts any other assignment that may be requested. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Medium lifting, pushing and pulling is required for 20-50 lbs occasionally, 10-20 pounds frequently and 10 lbs constantly to move objects. Sudden emergency situations have the potential for exposure for lifting or moving of up to 100 lbs. Frequent bending, walking, sitting, squatting, reaching, and standing are required. Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required. Come work where you can make a difference everyday.
ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS. This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana. CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account ( https://www.myworkday.com/archildrens/ )and search the "Find Jobs" report. Work Shift: Please see job description for details. Time Type: Full time Department: CC013190 Surgery Summary: Full Time, 7a-3p, Mon-Fri (Min Call Required) Additional Information: A Surgical Technologist II under the direction of the surgeon and RN, assists in the preparation, set-up, and completion of the surgical procedure. They maintain strict adherence to the principles of sterile technique and continually monitor the sterile field to ensure its integrity. The Surgical Technologist II provides safe and effective care for the patients in surgery and commonly participates in procedures for patients from newborn to adult with conditions requiring surgical intervention. The Surgical Tech II serves as a resource for other staff, assists with unit problem-solving, and participates in evidence-based practice. Required Education: High school diploma or GED or equivalent Recommended Education: Associate's Degree in a related field of study. Required Work Experience: Related Field - 1 year of experience Recommended Work Experience: Required Certifications: Recommended Certifications: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Description 1. Competently prepares the operating room ensuring the availability of appropriate instrumentation, supplies, and equipment for assigned cases in all services. Seeks to improve the process of room preparation and flow. 2. Performs surgical counts with RN prior to the procedure. 3. Consistently ensures that the majority of the sterile field has been set-up prior to the transfer of the patient into the operating room. 4. Consistently anticipates the instrumentation needs for the upcoming and to-follow cases aiding in case turnover time. 5. Uses knowledge of sterile techniques to competently gown and glove surgeons, assistants and self, passing instruments, and draping sterile field and maintaining sterile field throughout the procedure. Seeks to improve sharps safety measures. 6. Maintains sponges, blades, needles, and instruments in an orderly fashion and actively counts at appropriate times and responds promptly to request by the RN or surgeon to count. 7. Communicates with team in regard to changes in surgeon's preferences and to the RN on implants, medications, and surgical specimens. 8. At the close of the procedure, assists the RN with final surgical counts and breaking down of the sterile field ensuring the appropriate disposal of sharps. 9. Cleans, prepares, and transports instruments for terminal sterilization. Assists with instrument reprocessing tasks and inspects instruments for damage or repair needs reportling promptly to the Service Leader and/or the SPD Supervisor. 10. Assists other team members with cleaning and room turnover consistently ensuring the operating room is ready for the following case. Ensures unused supplies and equipment have been returned to storage areas and room supplies restocked. 11. Communicates with operating room when instruments are needed ofr the following cases. 12. Promotes safety and promptly reports any safety concerns to the RN or Team Leader. 13. Actively participates in improvement of patient care and the work environment through varying improvement activities. 14. Performs other duties as assigned.
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