Surgical Technologist-Per Diem

Cape Fear Valley Health; Ratlam; On-site; INR 4,290,000 - 6,196,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist (Scrub Tech) to support operative teams in the CFV Gastro DHEC department. The role emphasizes aseptic technique, instrument handling and patient safety in the surgical suite.

You will assist with patient care planning, retrieve supplies, transport patients, maintain instrument readiness, and uphold confidentiality. A high school diploma and CAHEA course preferred; one year experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of Surgical Technologist Course from an Accredited CAHEA Program preferred.
• 1 year experience as a surgical technologist preferred.
• Proficiency in reading, writing and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Follow aseptic techniques during scrub duties and support duties for the department.
• Perform scrub duties as assigned in service areas.
• Assist in carrying out the patient's plan of care within scope of practice of surgical technologists and unit guidelines.
• Access medication/supply room to retrieve patient care items.
• Transports and/or escorts patients to various areas.
• Maintain readiness of instruments, equipment, and supplies for operative cases.
• Foster guest relations within the team and with patients and families.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient information.
• Support patients in accordance with cultural and spiritual beliefs within plan of care.
• Adjust patient care based on age-specific needs.
• Participate in educational and performance improvement activities.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

English proficiency

Self-directed learning

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

CAHEA Surgical Technologist Course preferred

Tools

Surgical instruments

Monitoring equipment

Job description

Summary

The primary function of the surgical technologist is the "scrub technologist" in the surgical suite. The surgical technologist may be assigned other functions as deemed necessary.

Facility

CFV Gastro DHEC Building

Location

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department

CFV Gastro DHEC

Job Family

Allied Health

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

Summary

The primary function of the surgical technologist is the "scrub technologist" in the surgical suite. The surgical technologist may be assigned other functions as deemed necessary.

Major Job Functions

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:

• Knows and follows aseptic techniques when performing scrub duties and support duties for the department
• Performs scrub duties as assigned in service areas
• Assists in carrying out the patient's plan of care by performing assigned tasks within scope of practice of the surgical technologists and according to the unit guidelines of care, facility policies and procedures, nursing policies and procedures, and legal limitations
• Access to medication/supply room to retrieve patient care items for patient care use
• Transports and/or escorts patients to various areas
• Assists with the maintenance, selection and preparation of instruments, equipment and supplies necessary to maintain a state of readiness for operative cases
• Fosters guest relations within the team and with patients and families
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information
• Supports patients in the practice of their cultural and spiritual beliefs within limits of the plan of care
• Adjusts patient care based on the age-specific physiological and psychosocial needs of patients
• Participates in educational and performance improvement activities
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:

Education And Formal Training

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of Surgical Technologist Course from an Accredited CAHEA Program preferred

Work Experience

• 1 year experience as a surgical technologist preferred

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language
• Works with complex monitoring and life‑saving equipment
• Knowledge of Standard Precautions
• Position involves skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material
• Demonstrates knowledge of age‑specific physiological/psychosocial/ developmental/ spiritual needs of patients typically served
• Demonstrates self‑directed learning and achievement of assigned clinical area objectives

Physical Requirements

• Speech and auditory acuity for communication of patient needs
• Visual acuity for observation of patients
• Long periods of standing, walking, bending and lifting
• May involve skin, eye, mucous membrane or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material

Required Licenses And Certifications

BLS - American Heart Association

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity