OR SURGICAL TECHNICIAN (Per Diem) - Temple Health/Fox Chase Cancer Center

Temple University Health System, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple University Health System is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join their team. This role emphasizes patient safety and care, case preparation, and assisting surgeons during operations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and experience in an operating room setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as a surgical technologist is preferred, ideally in an operating room.
• Required certifications include BLS and either CST or CORT.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the care and safety of patients.
• Assist with patient preparation and instrument handling.
• Prepare the sterile field based on the procedure and assist the surgeon.

Skills

Patient Care

Case Preparation

Instrument Handling

Anticipating Surgeon's Needs

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Graduate of an Accredited School of Surgical Technology

Job description

The surgical technologist, under the guidance of the registered nurse, is responsible for the care and safety of patients under his/her care. The ST is responsible for case preparation, assisting with patient preparation, proper handling of instruments and equipment, preparation of the sterile field based upon the specific procedure and surgeon's preference, and anticipating the surgeon's needs. 'Certification requirement is only for those individuals hired after December 29, 2020'

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
Other : Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology (Required)

Experience
1 Year experience in an operating room (Preferred)

License/Certifications
BLS - Basic Life Support (Required)
CST - Cert Surgical Tech (Required) or CORT - Cert Operating Room Tech (Required)
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Your Tomorrow is Here!

Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals. Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc., and Temple Transport Team. Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

To support this mission, Temple Health is continuously recruiting top talent to join its diverse, 10,000 strong workforce that fosters a healthy, safe and productive environment for its patients, visitors, students and colleagues alike. At Temple Health, your tomorrow is here!

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An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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As one of the first cancer hospitals in the country, Fox Chase Cancer Center has been a national leader in cancer treatment, research, and prevention for more than 100 years. Fox Chase Cancer Center, part of the Temple University Health System, is committed to providing the best treatment options for our patients, and delivering that care with compassion.

At Fox Chase, we consider defeating cancer to be our calling. Our unique culture allows employees to work collaboratively with a single, shared focus, regardless of which department they’re in.

It’s essential for us to recruit not only the best talent in hospital care, but hire well-qualified prospective employees who are committed to serving our patients with the passion and excellence for which Fox Chase is known. Apply today to be part of the future of prevailing over cancer.

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