Advocate Aurora
Surgical Technologist - Atrium Health South Charlotte, Full Time
Advocate Aurora, Whitehall, New York, United States
Surgical Technologist - Atrium Health South Charlotte, Full Time
Location: Atrium Health Pineville - 10628 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28210 / 1000 Healing Way, Matthews, NC 28104
Schedule Details Various shifts and locations on the south side of Charlotte.
Our Commitment to You Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – you can live fully at and away from work.
Compensation
Base compensation within the position's pay range ($26.10 - $39.15) based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, etc.
Premium pay such as shift, on‑call, and more based on your job.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Benefits and more
Paid Time Off programs.
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, short‑ and long‑term disability.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Essential Functions
Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application.
Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure.
Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with all aspects of room turnover.
Performs duties according to department policy and procedure.
Monitors surgical supplies for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used in a judicious manner, charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately.
Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion.
Attends in‑services/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department related issues and participates in Performance Improvement Process.
Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals.
Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards.
Serves as a preceptor and a clinical resource to others.
Assumes responsibility for individual specified unit clinical projects as required.
Physical Requirements Works with occasional intermittent noise and exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, and chemicals. Ability to communicate and write. Strenuous physical effort required: walking, stretching, bending, climbing stairs, twisting and squatting or kneeling while performing tasks. May have lengthy periods of standing. Requires frequent use of side vision, lifting, pushing and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds. Use of both hands and fingers required for gripping, speed work and precision during the operation equipment/instruments and movement/positioning of surgical patients. Vision and hearing for distances up to 20 feet required; depth perception and ability to distinguish basic colors required. Ability to work for lengthy or irregular hours, rotating shifts, working on hard surfaces, near moving equipment, changes in temperature, humidity, and exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens.
Education, Training, and Experience
Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist.
5 years of operating room experience in surgical technologist role required.
Current certification required.
Meets all ST III qualifications of Surgical Tech Ladder.
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Schedule Details Various shifts and locations on the south side of Charlotte.
Our Commitment to You Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – you can live fully at and away from work.
Compensation
Base compensation within the position's pay range ($26.10 - $39.15) based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, etc.
Premium pay such as shift, on‑call, and more based on your job.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Benefits and more
Paid Time Off programs.
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, short‑ and long‑term disability.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Essential Functions
Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application.
Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure.
Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with all aspects of room turnover.
Performs duties according to department policy and procedure.
Monitors surgical supplies for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used in a judicious manner, charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately.
Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion.
Attends in‑services/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department related issues and participates in Performance Improvement Process.
Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals.
Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards.
Serves as a preceptor and a clinical resource to others.
Assumes responsibility for individual specified unit clinical projects as required.
Physical Requirements Works with occasional intermittent noise and exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, and chemicals. Ability to communicate and write. Strenuous physical effort required: walking, stretching, bending, climbing stairs, twisting and squatting or kneeling while performing tasks. May have lengthy periods of standing. Requires frequent use of side vision, lifting, pushing and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds. Use of both hands and fingers required for gripping, speed work and precision during the operation equipment/instruments and movement/positioning of surgical patients. Vision and hearing for distances up to 20 feet required; depth perception and ability to distinguish basic colors required. Ability to work for lengthy or irregular hours, rotating shifts, working on hard surfaces, near moving equipment, changes in temperature, humidity, and exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens.
Education, Training, and Experience
Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist.
5 years of operating room experience in surgical technologist role required.
Current certification required.
Meets all ST III qualifications of Surgical Tech Ladder.
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