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methodisthealth; EUA; Presencial; USD 42 000 - 62 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis seeks a Surgical Technologist to support the operating room team as the primary scrub person. You will handle instruments, supplies, and equipment, maintaining a sterile field throughout procedures and assisting the surgeon as needed.

Required are a Technical Degree or Diploma in Surgical Technology, with preferred Associate’s Degree. Certifications include BLS and CST, with ongoing opportunities to demonstrate competency in complex cases.

Qualificações

• Scrub tech role supporting physicians during procedures.
• Maintain sterile field and aseptic technique throughout surgeries.
• Demonstrate professional behavior and patient-focused service.
• Assist with inventory and equipment management as needed.
• Preferred: no prior work experience in some cases.

Responsabilidades

• Performs scrub duties to assist physician during surgical procedures.
• Maintains a sterile field for surgical services; adheres to aseptic techniques.
• Manages supplies and equipment; plans and completes tasks efficiently.
• Demonstrates professional conduct and excellent customer service in all interactions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Scrub duties

Sterile technique

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Formação académica

Technical Degree or Diploma Surgical Technology

Associates Degree Surgical Technology

Ferramentas

Surgical instruments

Descrição da oferta de emprego

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

Responsible for assisting the surgical team by acting as a primary scrub person who handles surgical instruments, supplies and equipment used in a specialized area during surgical procedures. Maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in The Methodist Mission, Vision and Values.

Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview

Responsible for assisting the surgical team by acting as a primary scrub person who handles surgical instruments, supplies and equipment used in a specialized area during surgical procedures. Maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in The Methodist Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

Performs scrub duties to assist physician/surgeon during surgical procedures.

Maintains a sterile field for surgical services. Ensures adherence to the sterile field by applying principles of aseptic techniques.

Effectively manages resources such as supplies and equipment. Plans work and completes job responsibilities in an efficient and productive manner.

Demonstrates professional work behavior and excellent customer service routinely in all interactions.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - Technical Degree or Diploma Surgical Technology
• Preferred - Associates Degree Surgical Technology

Work Experience Requirements

• Preferred - No prior work experience

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
• Required - Certified Surgical Technologist - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
• Preferred - Tech in Surgery TS-C - National Center for Competency Testing

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Ability to communicate verbally with co-workers, physicians and other outside professional staff.
• Ability to organize tasks and maintain control of work flow.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations as would be acquired through completion of high school.
• Ability to read and follow written instruction as would be acquired through completion of high school.
• Demonstrates ability to problem solve in relation to the procedure being performed.
• Applies the principles of sterile technique during surgical procedures.
• Participates in orientation and training to attain competency in complex cases and achieve Level II.
• Must demonstrate the ability & desire to learn and practice clinical competencies of the Surgery Tech.

Supervision Provided by this Position

There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position.

Physical Demands

The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.

Must have good balance and coordination.

The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.

The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.

Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.

Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.

Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.