Amberwell Health
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Job Description
Surgical technologists are also known as scrubs, scrub technicians, surgical technicians, and operating room technicians. They are part of the surgical team and work under the supervision of registered nurses and a Director of Surgical Care. They assist surgeons during procedures by anticipating needs to ensure the operation is executed smoothly and efficiently. Responsibilities include preparing and organizing the sterile field, maintaining field integrity, and being experts in surgical instruments and sterile equipment. They are also responsible for cleaning and sterilizing all surgical instruments and equipment and possess knowledge of the decontamination‑to‑sterilization process in central sterilization departments.
Surgical Technologist responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Prepare and organize the sterile field for various surgical procedures
Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure
Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications on the sterile field, and assist with dressings
Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures
Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and tables to prevent injury
Participate in orientation and ongoing education of all operating room staff
Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies
Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments
About Amberwell Health
Amberwell Health is a healthcare system dedicated to improving community health and wellness through compassionate care and clinical excellence. Amberwell locations include complete care facilities providing inpatient, surgical, orthopedic, maternal, health‑at‑home, and emergency services, as well as primary and specialty care clinics. The system supports support services such as radiology, laboratory, cardiopulmonary, rehabilitation therapy, occupational health, infusion, nutrition, pharmacy, administration, and other specialties.
Amberwell Culture
Employees thrive in a workplace centered on competence, excellence, and patient experience. The culture promotes collaboration, patient‑first decision making, and servant leadership. Appreciation events and activities underscore the importance of every employee to the organization and the communities served.
Job Qualifications
Experience:
Minimum: Healthcare setting experience with basic anatomy and medical terminology knowledge
Preferred: 12 years as a surgical technologist or similar experience as a practical nurse, medical assistant, or operating room assistant
Education:
Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred: Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician or Medical Assistant program
Licenses:
Minimum: N/A
Preferred: LPN or Certified Surgical Technician
Certifications:
Minimum: BLS
Preferred: Certified Surgical Technician or Certified Medical Assistant
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Job Description
Surgical technologists are also known as scrubs, scrub technicians, surgical technicians, and operating room technicians. They are part of the surgical team and work under the supervision of registered nurses and a Director of Surgical Care. They assist surgeons during procedures by anticipating needs to ensure the operation is executed smoothly and efficiently. Responsibilities include preparing and organizing the sterile field, maintaining field integrity, and being experts in surgical instruments and sterile equipment. They are also responsible for cleaning and sterilizing all surgical instruments and equipment and possess knowledge of the decontamination‑to‑sterilization process in central sterilization departments.
Surgical Technologist responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Prepare and organize the sterile field for various surgical procedures
Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure
Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications on the sterile field, and assist with dressings
Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures
Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and tables to prevent injury
Participate in orientation and ongoing education of all operating room staff
Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies
Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments
About Amberwell Health
Amberwell Health is a healthcare system dedicated to improving community health and wellness through compassionate care and clinical excellence. Amberwell locations include complete care facilities providing inpatient, surgical, orthopedic, maternal, health‑at‑home, and emergency services, as well as primary and specialty care clinics. The system supports support services such as radiology, laboratory, cardiopulmonary, rehabilitation therapy, occupational health, infusion, nutrition, pharmacy, administration, and other specialties.
Amberwell Culture
Employees thrive in a workplace centered on competence, excellence, and patient experience. The culture promotes collaboration, patient‑first decision making, and servant leadership. Appreciation events and activities underscore the importance of every employee to the organization and the communities served.
Job Qualifications
Experience:
Minimum: Healthcare setting experience with basic anatomy and medical terminology knowledge
Preferred: 12 years as a surgical technologist or similar experience as a practical nurse, medical assistant, or operating room assistant
Education:
Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred: Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician or Medical Assistant program
Licenses:
Minimum: N/A
Preferred: LPN or Certified Surgical Technician
Certifications:
Minimum: BLS
Preferred: Certified Surgical Technician or Certified Medical Assistant
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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