Surgical Technologist - Operating Room, Full time, Day

Mary Washington Healthcare Stafford, VA

1 month ago

Surgical Technologist (Surgical Tech) - Operating Room, Full Time, Day

Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team. Commitment to Care Bonus potential for Qualifying External Candidates! Mary Washington Healthcare has excellent opportunities for surgical technologists to join its growing teams at Stafford Hospital which has: • Four (4) operating rooms • COEMIG facility (Certificate of Excellence in Minimally Invasive Gynecology) • Gyn, ortho, total joint, vascular, ENT, podiatry, plastics, and general • Self-scheduling with options for 8, 10 and 12* hour shifts (*May be available) • Call only on weekends and holidays Job Summary: Under the direction and supervision of the Specialty Coordinator/Registered Nurse, this position provides assistance to nursing staff by communicating changes in patient status and preparing the Operating Room (OR) rooms with necessary equipment. Essential Functions & Responsibilities: Collaborates with the care team in the formation of the patient’s plan of care to achieve desired outcomes for the patient based on physician preference cards, current assessment findings, diagnostic reports, and standards of care/practice. Communicates safe therapeutic care for patient throughout the patient’s perioperative experience. Maintains and cares for equipment and supplies. Prepares OR rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment. Follows aseptic technique in opening sterile supplies and during set up for procedures. Drapes patients and assists the surgical team during operative procedures. Assists in turnover of room between cases. Provides input for changes to physician preference cards according to surgeon's request. Maintains a safe and orderly environment. Participates in hospital wide infection control plan and quality improvement process. Demonstrates effective communication, customer service, and team building skills. Accepts responsibility for professional growth and development. Document data collected, medications administered and nursing care provided. Scrubs for C/Sections, prepares patient for surgery. Passes instruments to physician during C/Section. Sets-up and assists nursing staff during delivery. Records vital signs. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: High School diploma or GED required. Clinical education and/or experience must meet one of the following criteria: Graduate of an approved formal program to include one of the following: OR Technology, Surgical Scrub Tech, or Surgical Technology (six months experience preferred) Licensed Practical Nurse eligible to practice in Virginia with one year operating room experience Trained Scrub/Operating Room Tech with a minimum of seven (7) years hospital operating room experience AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire Must become a Certified Surgical Technologist within 6 months of hire. As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. ‎ Required Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to reach above/overhead. Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends. Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment. “It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.” ‎

2 days ago

Surgical Technologist - Operating Room, Full Time, Weekends

Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team. Job Summary: Under the direction and supervision of the Specialty Coordinator/Registered Nurse, this position provides assistance to nursing staff by communicating changes in patient status and preparing the Operating Room (OR) rooms with necessary equipment. Essential Functions & Responsibilities: Collaborates with the care team in the formation of the patient’s plan of care to achieve desired outcomes for the patient based on physician preference cards, current assessment findings, diagnostic reports, and standards of care/practice. Communicates safe therapeutic care for patient throughout the patient’s perioperative experience. Maintains and cares for equipment and supplies. Prepares OR rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment. Follows aseptic technique in opening sterile supplies and during set up for procedures. Drapes patients and assists the surgical team during operative procedures. Assists in turnover of room between cases. Provides input for changes to physician preference cards according to surgeon's request. Maintains a safe and orderly environment. Participates in hospital wide infection control plan and quality improvement process. Demonstrates effective communication, customer service, and team building skills. Accepts responsibility for professional growth and development. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: High School diploma or GED required. AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire Clinical education and/or experience must meet one of the following criteria: a. Graduate of an approved formal program to include one of the following: OR Technology, Surgical Scrub Tech, or Surgical Technology (six months experience preferred) b. Licensed Practical Nurse eligible to practice in Virginia with one year operating room experience c. Trained Scrub/Operating Room Tech with a minimum of seven (7) years hospital operating room experience Must become a Certified Surgical Technologist within 6 months of hire. Effective December 2021, registration with the Virginia Board of Medicine as a Surgical Technologist required. As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. ‎ Required Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to reach above/overhead. Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends. Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment. “It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.” ‎

1 week ago

Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist (CVOR) - Operating Room, Full Time

Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team. Commitment to Care Bonus potential for Qualifying External Candidates Job Summary: Under the direction and supervision of the Specialty Coordinator/Registered Nurse, this position provides assistance to nursing staff by communicating changes in patient status and preparing the Operating Room (OR) rooms with necessary equipment. Essential Functions & Responsibilities: o Collaborates with the care team in the formation of the patient’s plan of care to achieve desired outcomes for the patient based on physician preference cards, current assessment findings, diagnostic reports, and standards of care/practice. o Communicates safe therapeutic care for patient throughout the patient’s perioperative experience. o Maintains and cares for equipment and supplies. Prepares OR rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment. Follows aseptic technique in opening sterile supplies and during set up for procedures. o Drapes patients and assists the surgical team during operative procedures. o Assists in turnover of room between cases. o Provides input for changes to physician preference cards according to surgeon's request. o Maintains a safe and orderly environment. o Participates in hospital wide infection control plan and quality improvement process. o Demonstrates effective communication, customer service, and team building skills. o Accepts responsibility for professional growth and development. o Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: o High School Diploma or equivalent. o AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire. o Graduate of an approved formal program to include one of the following: OR Technology, Surgical Scrub Tech, or Surgical Technology. o 1-Year Cardiac Operating Room experience required. o For internal associates only: in lieu of cardiac operating room experience, applicants must successfully complete the MWHC CBOT competency training within 9 months of placement. o Must become a Certified Surgical Technologist within 6 months of hire. o Effective December 2021, registration with the Virginia Board of Medicine as Surgical Technologist is required. As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. ‎ Required Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to reach above/overhead. Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends. Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment. “It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.” ‎

2 months ago

Lead Surgical Technologist, Cardiac - Operating Room, Full Time

Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team. Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs direct patient care and delivers therapeutic interventions in a proficient, age specific manner. Duties and responsibilities are performed according to standards outlined in the competency based evaluation tool. This position is responsible for specific scrub duties in conjunction with policies, procedures and objectives of the Cardiac Operating Room (O.R.). Essential Functions & Responsibilities: o Collaborates with the care team in the formation of the patient’s plan of care to achieve desired outcomes for the patient based on physician preference cards, current assessment findings, diagnostic reports, and standards of care/practice. o Communicates safe therapeutic care for patient throughout the patient’s perioperative experience. o Maintains and cares for equipment and supplies. Prepares OR rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment. Follows aseptic technique in opening sterile supplies and during set up for procedures. o Drapes patients and assists the surgical team during operative procedures. o Assists in turnover of room between cases. o Provides input for changes to physician preference cards according to surgeon's request. o Maintains a safe and orderly environment. o Participates in hospital wide infection control plan and quality improvement process. o Demonstrates effective communication, customer service, and team building skills. o Accepts responsibility for professional growth and development. o Coordinates all training, orientation, and precepting of new Surgical Technologists. o Develops and maintains a comprehensive orientation program for Surgical Technologists. o Coordinates and develops staff in-services and training on new procedures and equipment for all the various surgical procedures. o Works as a liaison between the operating room and central sterile supply. o Functions as the Operating Room Technician for complex cardiac procedures. o Operates and uses a wide range of highly specialized equipment and disposable supplies used for various procedures. o Anticipates the surgeon’s need of instruments or supplies during an operative procedure. o Anticipates and prepares for emergencies or untoward developments during a surgical procedure. o Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: High School diploma or GED equivalent required. Graduation from an accredited surgical technologist program required. Registration with the Virginia Board of Medicine as a Surgical Technologist required. AHA BLS Provider CPR required. Minimum of 3 years of Surgical Technologist experience required. Minimum of 3 years of Cardiac Surgical Technologist experience required. Must have a vast knowledge of cardiac surgical procedures and equipment. As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. ‎ Required Physical Requirements: Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to reach above/overhead. Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends. Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment. *Clinical positions in Mary Washington Home Health and/or Hospice must also meet driving requirements. “It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.” ‎

7 months ago

Surgical Technologist - Operating Room, Full Time