Ambulatory OR Surgical Technologist

OSS Health; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

OSS Health is seeking a Surgical Tech to support the OR team under nurse supervision, helping plan, prepare, and produce a safe OR experience for patients undergoing surgery.

Qualified candidates will have strongly preferred surgical tech certification, BLS, and at least 3 years of experience in an ambulatory or acute care setting. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Surgical Technologist is strongly preferred.
• New Surgical Tech Graduates must obtain certification within (6) months.
• PA 2020 Act 80, Chapter 5 Surgical Tech Certification Requirement exemptions considered.
• BLS certification required or the ability to obtain within (1) year.
• Previous work experience in an Ambulatory Surgical facility or acute care setting:
• At least (3) years of experience as a Surgical Tech strongly preferred.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently make use of time and resources.
• Must be able to plan and organize work.
• Must have proficient computer skills.
• Must have professional and effective communication skills and be able to promote effective communication at all levels.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and checks assigned cases for appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies and equipment necessary for each procedure
• Follows aseptic technique when opening sterile supplies, setting up cases, scrubbing, gowning and draping as observed. Reports any break in aseptic technique.
• Maintains an orderly back table and mayo stand during procedure following established routine set-up as observed.
• Assist Circulating Nurse in performing sponge, needle, and instrument counts; immediately reports discrepancies and/or corrections as documented and observed.
• Consistently demonstrates proper handling of instruments and equipment to avoid damage and loss as observed.
• Keeps surgeon preference cards up to date as documented and observed.
• Demonstrates an ability to perform scrub duties as outlined in procedure manual, as observed.
• Assists with application of dressings and transfers patient.
• Assists with general cleaning of room and sets up next case as observed.
• Demonstrates the ability to adapt to changes in the workload and work as part of the team to finish the schedule as observed.
• Assists other staff members with completion of routine duties of the department as observed.
• Assists with the orientation of new personnel as assigned.Maintains confidentiality of all patients, Center and physician information; respects the patient’s privacy.
• Perform duties in a safe manner.
• Demonstrates an awareness of patient safety and proper body mechanics when moving patients or equipment.
• Checks assigned OR equipment before case to ensure proper functioning; immediately reports any inoperative or malfunctioning equipment
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of departmental safety policies and procedures; participates in identification and evaluation of potential department safety problems and precautions as observed and documented.
• Adheres to department specific OSHA and infection control guidelines regarding health maintenance and infection prevention 100% of the time as observed and documented.
• May function as backup in the instrument room – must be able to wash, sterilize and wrap instruments.
• May take on extra responsibilities such as special projects, research, etc.
• Functions in the role of OR float team, working in collaboration with Charge and management team in decision making process and maintaining efficiency within the ASC day-to-day operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

OSS Health is seeking a Surgical Tech to support the OR team under nurse supervision, helping plan, prepare, and produce a safe OR experience for patients undergoing surgery.

Qualified candidates will have strongly preferred surgical tech certification, BLS, and at least 3 years of experience in an ambulatory or acute care setting. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.