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Baptist Memorial Health Care

Technologist-Surgical II

Baptist Memorial Health Care, Memphis, Tennessee, us, 37544

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Baptist Memorial Health Care Job Summary: Functions under the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) guidelines for performance. Handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Assists surgical team during operation by arranging, inventorying and maintaining sterile set up for operation, and passes items as needed. Assists in preparation of surgical suite, moving patients, and in cleaning. Provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, and other technical functions that help the surgeon carry out safe operation with optimal results for the patient within AST standards. Performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities

Assists in performance of procedures for the surgical patient in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures. Assists in providing intraoperative care. Provides and utilizes equipment and supplies based on patient needs in a safe and adequate manner. Performs activities that demonstrate technical accountability. Participates in ongoing educational activities. Completes assigned goals. Qualifications

Minimum Required : Three (3) years of Surgical Technologist experience in an operating room or Certification through an approved accreditation body as required by the state in which services are rendered. Education : Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Ability to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties. Training : 20 Hours of continuing education annually as required to maintain certification based on state laws. Licensure : Hold current national certification through appropriate/approved accreditation body as required by state where services are rendered. BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE. Special Skills

Computer literacy. Be a member of a professional organization. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

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Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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