Surgical Technologist SCH SJC

Facility:      Sisters of Charity Hospital St Joseph Campus

Shift: Shift 1

Status:     Full Time      FTE: 1.000000

Bargaining Unit:     SEIU Local 1199

Exempt from Overtime:     Exempt: No

Work Schedule:  Days

Hours: 10 hour shifts--6:30a-4:30p, 6:30a-4:00p, 7:00a-5:00p, 7:00a-4:30p, 8:00a-6:00p, 8:30a-6:00p       

Summary:

The Operating Room Technologist, under the direct guidance of the surgeon, assists in the care and safety of perioperative patients. He or she functions as a member of the perioperative team responsible for assembly of case supplies, creating and maintaining the sterile field and assisting the surgeon throughout the procedure by providing the sterile instruments and supplies required. Possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combines the knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures. Works cooperatively with ancillary departments and other team members. Participates in performance improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Education

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Successfully completed a nationally accredited educational program for surgical technology and holds and maintains a certified surgical technologist credential administered by a nationally accredited surgical technologist credentialing organization

OR

• Has completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard or Public Health Service Commissioned Corp

OR

• Provides evidence they were employed as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility for a cumulative period of one year, occurring within the four years immediately prior to January 1, 2015
• Must also complete annually fifteen (15) hours of continuing education to remain qualified to practice as a surgical technologist.

EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience in an operating room preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

• Appropriately and safely operates multiple instruments and equipment during the intra-operative phase.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.