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Baptist Memorial Health Care

Technician-OB (Surgical Technologist)

Baptist Memorial Health Care, Oxford, Mississippi, United States, 38655

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Overview

Summary: Functions under the 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 setup 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 will 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. 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. Education

Minimum: Hold current national certification through appropriate/approved accreditation body. Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties. Licensure, Registration, Certification

Minimum: Hold current national certification through appropriate/approved accreditation body. BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE Special Skills

Minimum: Computer literacy. Be a member of a professional organization. Training

Minimum: 20 Hours of continuing education annually Seniority level

Entry level Employment type

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Health Care Provider Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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