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GBMC HealthCare Surgical technologists (ST) are allied health professionals who are an integral part of the medical team who assist in the preparation and care of the surgical patient within the operating room. The ST collaborates with nursing, anesthesia, and other surgical personnel to facilitate a safe and sterile environment. Surgical Technologists possess the theory and application of the principles of aseptic and sterile technique to combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation of tools and technology to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
Education Successful completion of a CAAHP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) accredited training program for Operating Room Technicians with an emphasis placed upon the student to complete basic, intermediate, and advanced procedure in all clinical specialties.
Experience New graduates are accepted. Prior experience preferred
Skills
Analytical skills necessary to organize and prepare, operating room according to standard methods and guides.
Independently scrubs basic procedures throughout the surgical specialties and possess a basic knowledge of instrumentation and supplies
Establishes and maintains appropriate sterile technique during surgical procedures
Demonstrates safe instrument passing and accurate counts according to hospital policy
Ability to concentrate and pay attention to detail in performing technical tasks and anticipating surgical needs.
Licensure, Certifications Heart Saver CPR Certification
Principal Duties And Responsibilities
Prepares operating room by selecting and opening sterile supplies according to procedure and physician preference card.
Pre-assembles, adjusts and checks non-sterile equipment to ensure that it is in proper working order.
Positions patient on the operating table and transports patients to and from surgery when necessary
Assists with circulating duties under the direct supervision of the RN.
Ensures all sterile equipment and instruments are in good working order prior to the start of the surgical case. Assists surgeon with draping of patient.
Passes instruments and provides sterile items to surgeons and assistants during procedures, holds retractor devices observing sterile techniques at all times.
Checks, mixes, and distributes appropriate fluids and drugs on the sterile field under the direct supervision of the RN. Connects drains and tubing.
Performs surgical counts in accordance with policy and procedure. Aware of and follows AORN Standards and Surgical Services Policies and Procedures.
Sponges or suctions operative site, cuts suture material as directed by surgeon. Assists with application of sterile dressing of operative site following closure.
Receives surgical specimens and passes them from the sterile field to the circulating nurse as soon as possible and correctly identify specimens.
Cleans and reassembles instruments and properly delivers them to the decontamination area. Assures the working order of delicate instrumentation.
Assists in wrapping sterile items for sterilization as needed.
Obtains stock and supplies for operating room.
Returns equipment to proper location(s).
Assembles case carts for next working day as needed
Assists in transporting patients and securing equipment from other departments as needed.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand for prolonged periods (more than ninety percent - 90%) along with frequent lifting and positioning heavy instruments and equipment.
Manual dexterity and visual ability necessary to grasp and hold retractors and delicate surgical instruments and supplies.
Working Conditions Works in surgical suites with exposure to anesthesia gases, chemicals, cleaning solutions, surgical brushes and soap, lasers and surgical plume, and radiation; frequently exposed to blood and body fluids.
Conditions of Employment Maintains current CPR certification
Notes on Scope of Practice Technologists may not perform any of the following functions: Place or tie sutures, clamp or cut tissue or vessels, or close a surgical incision. Technologists can assist with the placement of surgical staples under the direct supervision of the Operating Surgeons.
GBMC Values All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values
Respect: Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy
Excellence: Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations; acts with attention to detail
Accountability: Sets a positive, professional example; takes ownership of problems and uses resources effectively
Teamwork: Works cooperatively and communicates; seeks ideas from others to reach best solutions
Ethical Behavior: Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment
Results: Embraces change and improvement; focuses on priorities and achieves timely results
Pay Range $21.27 - $36.00. Final salary offer will be based on the candidate\'s qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.
Equal Employment Opportunity GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Note: This description reflects a summary of duties and does not include every task
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Surgical Technologist I
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GBMC HealthCare Surgical technologists (ST) are allied health professionals who are an integral part of the medical team who assist in the preparation and care of the surgical patient within the operating room. The ST collaborates with nursing, anesthesia, and other surgical personnel to facilitate a safe and sterile environment. Surgical Technologists possess the theory and application of the principles of aseptic and sterile technique to combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation of tools and technology to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
Education Successful completion of a CAAHP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) accredited training program for Operating Room Technicians with an emphasis placed upon the student to complete basic, intermediate, and advanced procedure in all clinical specialties.
Experience New graduates are accepted. Prior experience preferred
Skills
Analytical skills necessary to organize and prepare, operating room according to standard methods and guides.
Independently scrubs basic procedures throughout the surgical specialties and possess a basic knowledge of instrumentation and supplies
Establishes and maintains appropriate sterile technique during surgical procedures
Demonstrates safe instrument passing and accurate counts according to hospital policy
Ability to concentrate and pay attention to detail in performing technical tasks and anticipating surgical needs.
Licensure, Certifications Heart Saver CPR Certification
Principal Duties And Responsibilities
Prepares operating room by selecting and opening sterile supplies according to procedure and physician preference card.
Pre-assembles, adjusts and checks non-sterile equipment to ensure that it is in proper working order.
Positions patient on the operating table and transports patients to and from surgery when necessary
Assists with circulating duties under the direct supervision of the RN.
Ensures all sterile equipment and instruments are in good working order prior to the start of the surgical case. Assists surgeon with draping of patient.
Passes instruments and provides sterile items to surgeons and assistants during procedures, holds retractor devices observing sterile techniques at all times.
Checks, mixes, and distributes appropriate fluids and drugs on the sterile field under the direct supervision of the RN. Connects drains and tubing.
Performs surgical counts in accordance with policy and procedure. Aware of and follows AORN Standards and Surgical Services Policies and Procedures.
Sponges or suctions operative site, cuts suture material as directed by surgeon. Assists with application of sterile dressing of operative site following closure.
Receives surgical specimens and passes them from the sterile field to the circulating nurse as soon as possible and correctly identify specimens.
Cleans and reassembles instruments and properly delivers them to the decontamination area. Assures the working order of delicate instrumentation.
Assists in wrapping sterile items for sterilization as needed.
Obtains stock and supplies for operating room.
Returns equipment to proper location(s).
Assembles case carts for next working day as needed
Assists in transporting patients and securing equipment from other departments as needed.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand for prolonged periods (more than ninety percent - 90%) along with frequent lifting and positioning heavy instruments and equipment.
Manual dexterity and visual ability necessary to grasp and hold retractors and delicate surgical instruments and supplies.
Working Conditions Works in surgical suites with exposure to anesthesia gases, chemicals, cleaning solutions, surgical brushes and soap, lasers and surgical plume, and radiation; frequently exposed to blood and body fluids.
Conditions of Employment Maintains current CPR certification
Notes on Scope of Practice Technologists may not perform any of the following functions: Place or tie sutures, clamp or cut tissue or vessels, or close a surgical incision. Technologists can assist with the placement of surgical staples under the direct supervision of the Operating Surgeons.
GBMC Values All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values
Respect: Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy
Excellence: Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations; acts with attention to detail
Accountability: Sets a positive, professional example; takes ownership of problems and uses resources effectively
Teamwork: Works cooperatively and communicates; seeks ideas from others to reach best solutions
Ethical Behavior: Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment
Results: Embraces change and improvement; focuses on priorities and achieves timely results
Pay Range $21.27 - $36.00. Final salary offer will be based on the candidate\'s qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.
Equal Employment Opportunity GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Note: This description reflects a summary of duties and does not include every task
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