Atrium Health
CVOR Surgical Technologist IV, Atrium Health Pineville PRN Days
Atrium Health, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Overview
Department:
Atrium Health Pineville – Surgery
Status:
Part time
Benefits Eligible:
No
Hours Per Week:
0
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Varies
Pay Range
$28.05 - $42.10
Primary Purpose Applies advanced surgical technology skills to assist in providing patient care in the surgical suite while maintaining a safe work environment and performing all related job responsibilities. Brings exceptionally heightened skills in current specialty areas of neurosurgery and spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex orthopedics, or robotics. Ensures quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.
Major Responsibilities
Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application.
Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure.
Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
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.
Assigned to heightened specialized procedures: neurosurgery and spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex orthopedics, and robotics.
Performs duties according to department policy and procedure.
Monitors surgical supplies and instrumentation 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 and oversees service lines as needed.
Minimum Job Requirements Education : Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist.
Certification / License : Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider required. Current certification required.
Work Experience : 5 years of total operating room experience in surgical technologist role required; 2 years of specialized training in one of the following areas, neurosurgery, and spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex ortho, and robotics required. Meets all ST III qualifications of Surgical Tech Ladder.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities : Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to age-specific issues and data reflective of the patient's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the following age groups.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Works with occasional intermittent noise and exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, and chemicals. Ability to communicate and write. Strenuous physical effort will require 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 all fingers is required to use hands for gripping, speed work and precision during the operation of equipment/instruments and movement/positioning of surgical patients. Vision and hearing for distances of up to 20 feet is required, depth perception and ability to distinguish basic colors is required. Ability to work long or irregular hours, rotating shifts, working on hard surfaces, being near moving equipment, changes in temperature, humidity, and exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens.
Benefits and More
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and 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
About Advocate Health Advocate Health is a large nonprofit, integrated health system offering care under the names Advocate Health Care, Atrium Health, and Aurora Health Care in various regions. It is nationally recognized for expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers extensive graduate medical education programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides community benefits consistent with its mission.
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Atrium Health Pineville – Surgery
Status:
Part time
Benefits Eligible:
No
Hours Per Week:
0
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Varies
Pay Range
$28.05 - $42.10
Primary Purpose Applies advanced surgical technology skills to assist in providing patient care in the surgical suite while maintaining a safe work environment and performing all related job responsibilities. Brings exceptionally heightened skills in current specialty areas of neurosurgery and spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex orthopedics, or robotics. Ensures quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.
Major Responsibilities
Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application.
Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure.
Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
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.
Assigned to heightened specialized procedures: neurosurgery and spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex orthopedics, and robotics.
Performs duties according to department policy and procedure.
Monitors surgical supplies and instrumentation 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 and oversees service lines as needed.
Minimum Job Requirements Education : Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist.
Certification / License : Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider required. Current certification required.
Work Experience : 5 years of total operating room experience in surgical technologist role required; 2 years of specialized training in one of the following areas, neurosurgery, and spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex ortho, and robotics required. Meets all ST III qualifications of Surgical Tech Ladder.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities : Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to age-specific issues and data reflective of the patient's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the following age groups.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Works with occasional intermittent noise and exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, and chemicals. Ability to communicate and write. Strenuous physical effort will require 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 all fingers is required to use hands for gripping, speed work and precision during the operation of equipment/instruments and movement/positioning of surgical patients. Vision and hearing for distances of up to 20 feet is required, depth perception and ability to distinguish basic colors is required. Ability to work long or irregular hours, rotating shifts, working on hard surfaces, being near moving equipment, changes in temperature, humidity, and exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens.
Benefits and More
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and 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
About Advocate Health Advocate Health is a large nonprofit, integrated health system offering care under the names Advocate Health Care, Atrium Health, and Aurora Health Care in various regions. It is nationally recognized for expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers extensive graduate medical education programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides community benefits consistent with its mission.
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