Wheeling Hospital
OR Surgical Tech **Possible Sign-on Bonus**
Wheeling Hospital, Wheeling, West Virginia, United States, 26003
OR Surgical Tech Possible Sign-on Bonus
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Provides intraoperative care to patients by functioning as the scrub person assisting the surgical team during an operative procedure. Minimum Qualifications Education, Certification, Experience, and/or Licensure: Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse, completion of a Surgical Technology program, completion of a Registered Nurse program, or completion of summer surgical tech extern program OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and two (2) years of previous scrub experience. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
Experience and Preferred Qualifications
Surgical Technology experience preferred.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. Utilizes quality aseptic technique when working in an unsterile or sterile role in the OR. Assists the circulating RN in monitoring technique of all persons in the OR to maintain a sterile field. Performs sponge, instrument, and needle counts with the circulating RN following established guidelines. Assists with gowning and gloving surgeons and positioning equipment and instruments. Passes sterile instruments to the surgical team during a surgical procedure. Assists with transportation and positioning of the patients including holding retractors and positioning the operative limb under the direction of the surgeon. Prepares supplies and equipment for the surgical procedure following preference cards. Assists with sterilization and maintenance of sterile and non-sterile supplies and equipment. Monitors inventory; orders; and restocks supplies, instruments, and equipment. Removes out-of-date items and discards or reprocesses following established guidelines. Assists with the general cleaning duties of the department. Performs equipment checks as assigned. Assists with the proper recording of patient charges. Call with a response time of 30 minutes.
Facilities With Specialty Accreditation Requirements
Completion of annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards. Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, In-services, and competency validation.
Physical Requirements
Capable of prolonged periods of standing and walking. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and push/pull heavy loaded carts up to 200 lbs. Possess visual, hearing, and oral acuity along with manual dexterity and technical ability. Ability to wear lead for extended periods of time.
Working Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Additional Job Description
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt Shift: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Company: WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. Cost Center: 72 WH Nursing Operating Room Address: 1 Medical Park Drive, Wheeling, West Virginia
Equal Opportunity Employer
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Part-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Wheeling Hospital by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr
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OR Surgical Tech Possible Sign-on Bonus
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Wheeling Hospital Welcome! Were excited youre considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, youll find other important information about this position. Overview
Provides intraoperative care to patients by functioning as the scrub person assisting the surgical team during an operative procedure. Minimum Qualifications Education, Certification, Experience, and/or Licensure: Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse, completion of a Surgical Technology program, completion of a Registered Nurse program, or completion of summer surgical tech extern program OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and two (2) years of previous scrub experience. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
Experience and Preferred Qualifications
Surgical Technology experience preferred.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. Utilizes quality aseptic technique when working in an unsterile or sterile role in the OR. Assists the circulating RN in monitoring technique of all persons in the OR to maintain a sterile field. Performs sponge, instrument, and needle counts with the circulating RN following established guidelines. Assists with gowning and gloving surgeons and positioning equipment and instruments. Passes sterile instruments to the surgical team during a surgical procedure. Assists with transportation and positioning of the patients including holding retractors and positioning the operative limb under the direction of the surgeon. Prepares supplies and equipment for the surgical procedure following preference cards. Assists with sterilization and maintenance of sterile and non-sterile supplies and equipment. Monitors inventory; orders; and restocks supplies, instruments, and equipment. Removes out-of-date items and discards or reprocesses following established guidelines. Assists with the general cleaning duties of the department. Performs equipment checks as assigned. Assists with the proper recording of patient charges. Call with a response time of 30 minutes.
Facilities With Specialty Accreditation Requirements
Completion of annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards. Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, In-services, and competency validation.
Physical Requirements
Capable of prolonged periods of standing and walking. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and push/pull heavy loaded carts up to 200 lbs. Possess visual, hearing, and oral acuity along with manual dexterity and technical ability. Ability to wear lead for extended periods of time.
Working Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Additional Job Description
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt Shift: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Company: WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. Cost Center: 72 WH Nursing Operating Room Address: 1 Medical Park Drive, Wheeling, West Virginia
Equal Opportunity Employer
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Part-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Wheeling Hospital by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr