Certified Surgical Technologist, Surgical Day Care, Per Diem

UMass Memorial Health; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 37,250 - 67,061; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health in Worcester, MA is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join the OR team. The role emphasizes postoperative prep, instrument handling, and close collaboration with surgeons to ensure high-quality patient care.

The position requires successful completion of an accredited surgical technology program, AST credentialing, and current BLS. Schedule is day shift with a generous weekend and weekday structure, supporting our mission of exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of a specialized and technical field of Surgical Technology.
• Successful completion of an accredited school of surgical technology with required certification as of the date of hire.
• Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification every two years; AST membership and related educational units.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates independent functioning and proficiency in the scrub role in all cases in assigned specialty.
• Prepares the Operating Room for cases; selects and checks case cart and supplies.
• Anticipates needs for equipment and supplies; sets up back table and Mayo tray.
• Assists operative team and responds to surgeon needs during cases; monitors instrument flow.
• Passes and tracks instruments, sutures and supplies; ensures proper labeling and specimen handling.

Skills

Surgical Technology knowledge

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology program

Surgical Technologist credential (AST)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: $27.04 - $48.68

Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Schedule Details: Monday through Friday

Scheduled Hours: 0645-1715

Shift: 1 - Day Shift, 10 Hours (United States of America)

Hours: 0

Cost Center: 10010 - 2182 Surg Day Care Hahnemann

This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

Job Description Summary

• 1. Demonstrates independent functioning and proficiency in the scrub role in all cases in assigned specialty on an ongoing basis. Scrubs for all physicians in assigned service area, providing high quality evidenced-based clinical care with minimal supervision. Promotes teamwork within the team by formally precepting co-workers.
• 2. Prepares the Operating Room for cases. Selects and checks case cart and preference cards for correct instrument pan(s), packs, sterile supplies and additional items needed for the case.
• 3. Anticipates need for special equipment and supplies before procedure and requests it from the circulating nurse. Sets up back table and Mayo tray with instruments and supplies according to the procedure and surgeon preference card. Performs surgical count with circulating nurse according to UMMMC surgical count policy.
• 4. Responds to needs of surgeon and other team members. Assists operative team and anticipates needs of the surgeon and/or assistants during cases including the need for special equipment and supplies. Remains constantly observant of the operative field, recognizing emergency situations and performs emergency procedures as directed. Utilizes a variety of OR equipment such as microscopes, CUSA, steam sterilizers, suction, compressed air/gas, etc.
• 5. Passes and tracks instruments, sutures, and supplies during procedures. Labels all medication and solutions on sterile field. Monitors sponges, needles and instruments throughout the case. Cares for specimens to prevent loss or damage. Uses caution when handling specimens to ensure proper anatomical identification.

II. Position Qualifications:

License/Certification/Education:

• 1. Successful completion of an accredited school of surgical technology having obtained the required surgical technologists certification as of the date of hire.
• 2. All Surgical Technologist Certified employees will have obtained a surgical technologist credential administered by a nationally recognized surgical technologist certifying body accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies and recognized by the American College of Surgeons and the Association of Surgical Technologists.
• 3. Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification every two years. Maintains AST membership, required educational units and AST certification.

Experience/Skills:

• 1. Thorough knowledge of a specialized and technical field of Surgical Technology.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We're striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health - for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

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