Nebraska Methodist Health System
Surgical Tech II - Full Time - Days
Nebraska Methodist Health System, Omaha, Nebraska, us, 68197
Overview
Job Summary
Location: Methodist Health West Address: 16120 W Dodge Rd. - Omaha, NE Work Schedule: Tues-Fri, 6:30am to 5:00pm Allied health professional working as a part of the team delivering surgical care by assisting physicians and maintaining a sterile field during surgical procedure through consistent application of aseptic techniques. Responsibilities
Performs preoperative preparation. Reviews physician preference list before operative procedure and assembles supplies and equipment needed for procedure. Opens sterile supplies using sterile technique. Transfers medications and solutions to the sterile field according to policy. Communicates clearly and collaborates with other members of the perioperative team to prepare operative procedure. Functions as scrub person during operative procedure by preparing, monitoring, and maintaining a sterile field. Completes surgical scrub according to policy. Performs scrub duties in an accurate, concise and timely manner. Wears appropriate personal protective apparel (PPA) and follows standard policy for attire in the operating room. Organizes and maintains sterile instruments and supplies in an organized manner. Performs counts according to facility policy and procedure during procedure and hand-off situations. Assists with draping sterile field according to standard. Watches progress of the operation and anticipates needs of team members. Disassembles instruments and equipment, transports to processing department. Assists with cleaning room and prepares for subsequent procedures. Applies base knowledge and principles during operative procedure (Intraoperative Surgical). Displays knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology and pharmacology for optimal surgical patient care. Demonstrates principles of sterile technique during the surgical procedure and follows intraoperative policy. Participates in surgical time-out, fire risk assessment, and case summary for each operative procedure. Identifies labels and handles specimens including hand-off situations and disposition of specimens. Demonstrates collegiality and leadership qualities. Participates in performance improvement activities and reports potential improvement opportunities to coordinators and leaders. Maintains compliance with department call requirements and adjusts hours to meet patient services. Eligible to seat preceptor training and serve as a mentor. Collaborates with specialty coordinator and Staff Development Nurse on orientation processes including orientation map, core competencies and assignments. Documents ongoing process of orienting staff and assists in mentoring. Participates in orientation of team members to new equipment and supplies. Maintains certification: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) preferred; aims to achieve or maintain professional certification. Provides appropriate care specific to the age of the customer/patient, to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the Population Specific Criteria. Demonstrates ability to identify opportunities for and provide individualized customer service/patient care according to patient needs. Precepting and conducting needs assessments and trainings as assigned. Collaborates with Core Coordinator and/or Resource Coordinator regarding assignments of students and/or otientees and documents progress or concerns. Documents core competencies and progress of orientees/students and identifies improvements and additional learning needs. Collaborates on completion of core competencies for specialty service and provides care to all patient populations. Job Requirements
Education
Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program required. For MJE & MFH Surgery Main and MFH Surgery Center: Completion of a Military Surgical Technology program may be substituted for an accredited Surgical Technology program. Satisfactory completion of annual mandatory education requirement. Experience
MH, WH, MFH & MPC: 2 or more years of current operating room experience or a CST meeting level one criteria. MJE Surgery Main: 1+ years of current OR experience or CST meeting level I criteria. NMH Surgery Main: 2 years of OR experience for weekend positions required. License/Certifications
Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Certification preferred. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Ability to perform mathematical computations. Skilled in promoting positive relations with patients and colleagues. Ability to manage multiple activities and irregular hours. Ability to work in a team and solve problems diplomatically. Oral and written communication with staff, patients, visitors, physicians and other departments. Physical Requirements
Weight Demands: Medium work - exerting up to 50 pounds. Physical Activity: Balancing, carrying, crouching, reaching, lifting, standing, walking, etc. (as listed in job description). About Methodist
Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law. Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Job Summary
Location: Methodist Health West Address: 16120 W Dodge Rd. - Omaha, NE Work Schedule: Tues-Fri, 6:30am to 5:00pm Allied health professional working as a part of the team delivering surgical care by assisting physicians and maintaining a sterile field during surgical procedure through consistent application of aseptic techniques. Responsibilities
Performs preoperative preparation. Reviews physician preference list before operative procedure and assembles supplies and equipment needed for procedure. Opens sterile supplies using sterile technique. Transfers medications and solutions to the sterile field according to policy. Communicates clearly and collaborates with other members of the perioperative team to prepare operative procedure. Functions as scrub person during operative procedure by preparing, monitoring, and maintaining a sterile field. Completes surgical scrub according to policy. Performs scrub duties in an accurate, concise and timely manner. Wears appropriate personal protective apparel (PPA) and follows standard policy for attire in the operating room. Organizes and maintains sterile instruments and supplies in an organized manner. Performs counts according to facility policy and procedure during procedure and hand-off situations. Assists with draping sterile field according to standard. Watches progress of the operation and anticipates needs of team members. Disassembles instruments and equipment, transports to processing department. Assists with cleaning room and prepares for subsequent procedures. Applies base knowledge and principles during operative procedure (Intraoperative Surgical). Displays knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology and pharmacology for optimal surgical patient care. Demonstrates principles of sterile technique during the surgical procedure and follows intraoperative policy. Participates in surgical time-out, fire risk assessment, and case summary for each operative procedure. Identifies labels and handles specimens including hand-off situations and disposition of specimens. Demonstrates collegiality and leadership qualities. Participates in performance improvement activities and reports potential improvement opportunities to coordinators and leaders. Maintains compliance with department call requirements and adjusts hours to meet patient services. Eligible to seat preceptor training and serve as a mentor. Collaborates with specialty coordinator and Staff Development Nurse on orientation processes including orientation map, core competencies and assignments. Documents ongoing process of orienting staff and assists in mentoring. Participates in orientation of team members to new equipment and supplies. Maintains certification: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) preferred; aims to achieve or maintain professional certification. Provides appropriate care specific to the age of the customer/patient, to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the Population Specific Criteria. Demonstrates ability to identify opportunities for and provide individualized customer service/patient care according to patient needs. Precepting and conducting needs assessments and trainings as assigned. Collaborates with Core Coordinator and/or Resource Coordinator regarding assignments of students and/or otientees and documents progress or concerns. Documents core competencies and progress of orientees/students and identifies improvements and additional learning needs. Collaborates on completion of core competencies for specialty service and provides care to all patient populations. Job Requirements
Education
Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program required. For MJE & MFH Surgery Main and MFH Surgery Center: Completion of a Military Surgical Technology program may be substituted for an accredited Surgical Technology program. Satisfactory completion of annual mandatory education requirement. Experience
MH, WH, MFH & MPC: 2 or more years of current operating room experience or a CST meeting level one criteria. MJE Surgery Main: 1+ years of current OR experience or CST meeting level I criteria. NMH Surgery Main: 2 years of OR experience for weekend positions required. License/Certifications
Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Certification preferred. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Ability to perform mathematical computations. Skilled in promoting positive relations with patients and colleagues. Ability to manage multiple activities and irregular hours. Ability to work in a team and solve problems diplomatically. Oral and written communication with staff, patients, visitors, physicians and other departments. Physical Requirements
Weight Demands: Medium work - exerting up to 50 pounds. Physical Activity: Balancing, carrying, crouching, reaching, lifting, standing, walking, etc. (as listed in job description). About Methodist
Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law. Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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