Pediatric Surgical Tech - Day Shift

choa; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Surgical Technologist who assists in providing competent surgical care to patients and families, from uncomplicated to highly complex cases. Demonstrates technical, organizational, and team skills, and acts as a clinical resource to the surgical team.

This role supports safe patient care and a safe environment, collaborates with the healthcare team, uses current equipment properly, and participates in ongoing professional development and orientation

Qualifications

• No minimum experience required.
• One year of experience as a surgical technician.
• Experience in a pediatric operating room.

Responsibilities

• Assists in ongoing process of healthcare delivery to patients and parents, incorporating age-related and developmental-specific requirements.
• Provides technical skills assisting surgeon or staff and operating surgical equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintains knowledge of current equipment and supplies.
• Utilizes effective communication skills in providing care to patients and families.
• Assists in collaborative practice with healthcare team.
• Demonstrates cost effectiveness and efficiency with regard to time management and supply use.
• Participates in orientation of students, staff members, and other health professionals.
• Performs ongoing department-specific tasks as assigned.
• Manages own professional development by rotating through other specialties to maintain competence.
• Demonstrates competencies that incorporate age-specific guidelines, including Neonate to Adolescent and all ages.
• Achieves 75% attendance at staff meetings if applicable.
• Supports Joint Commission readiness.

Skills

Good communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent and graduation from recognized surgical technologist program or 5 years of equivalent experience

Job description

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Surgical Technologist who assists in providing competent surgical care to patients and families, from uncomplicated to highly complex cases. Demonstrates technical, organizational, and team skills, and acts as a clinical resource to the surgical team.

This role supports safe patient care and a safe environment, collaborates with the healthcare team, uses current equipment properly, and participates in ongoing professional development and orientation