Surgical Technologist is a person specifically trained to assist the professional staff of the OR in the delivery of optimum quality care to the patients.
This is a full-time position at our NEW Plymouth Orthopedic Surgery Center. We are open Monday - Friday, 6:00am-6:00pm; hours will flex and vary (10 hour day shifts).
A $3,500 sign-on bonus will be offered, payable on first paycheck with a 12-month commitment.
Twin Cities Orthopedics is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices, owned and led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare. We have a comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Plan, Maternity Bundle, 401K with Profit Sharing, Tuition Reimbursement, Gym & Car Rental Discounts and more.
About this position:
- Assists with obtaining the equipment and supplies for the scheduled procedure as well as preparing the surgical suite.
- Prepares sterile instrument table(s), checking instruments and supplies for cleanliness and proper function.
- Ensures that all needed instruments and supplies are available, including complete sets with no necessary items missing prior to the incision.
- Creates and maintains an aseptic surgical environment throughout the intraoperative process.
- Assists the surgeon(s) and other surgical team members with all phases of the surgical procedure.
- Applies knowledge of surgical procedures to anticipate the needs of the surgeon(s) throughout the intraoperative phase.
- Labels medications in compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates competency to operate all specialty instruments, supplies and equipment unique to the OR for all types of surgical procedures.
- Ensures that the specimen(s) obtained during the course of the procedure are handled according to policies and procedures.
- Cleans and returns to the proper location specialty instruments and equipment used during the day's cases prior to the end of the shift.
- Assists with the cleaning of the OR between cases and after the last case of the day.
- Assists the Circulating Nurse during surgical procedures with activities appropriate to their skill level.
- Decontaminates, inspects and prepares instruments used during surgical procedures for terminal sterilization.
- Collaborates with other disciplines to maximize patient outcomes and ensure a smooth flow of the surgical experience.
- Accountable for reporting occurrences through the center's established reporting process related to employee and/or patient/visitor events.
- Fosters the developmental and educational process of self, colleagues, orientees and students (includes functioning as a preceptor).
- Participates in acceptable continuing education, fostering career and skill development including meeting departmental continuing education requirements.
- Assists in managing controllable costs by the proper, non-wasteful use of surgery center resources.
- Any and all other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Graduate from an accredited or non-accredited surgical technology program required.
- Surgical Technologist Certification through governing body preferred.
- One year of Operating Room experience in the last 3 years preferred.
- Current member of the A.S.T. preferred.
- Current BLS certification or completed upon hire.
Due to mandatory CMS and CDC COVID-19 vaccination reporting for the ASCs, all ASC employees who are vaccinated for COVID-19 should send a copy/photo of their COVID vaccination card to HR@RevoHealth.com. ASC employees who are not vaccinated for COVID-19 do not need to take any action. If you have any questions, please reach out to HR@RevoHealth.com.
Performance Expectations - i-Health's Core Values:
- Integrity - Do the right thing and take responsibility for what you do and say
- Service - Consistently contribute to deliver an exceptional experience
- Quality - Act with high purpose, committed effort, and skillful execution to exceed expectations
- Innovation - Identify progressive solutions that improve service, teamwork, efficiency, and/or effectiveness
- Teamwork - Be a part of the whole; support each other positively
Environmental Conditions:
Notes:
- Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
- This position description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and Additional Job Functions are subject to modification.
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