Pediatric Surgical Technologist - Aseptic & OR Support

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health seeks a Surgical Technologist to support sterile processing and operating room teams in Charlotte, NC. You will assist the Registered Nurse circulator, prepare patients, assemble supplies and instruments, and help with room turnover.

The role requires knowledge of aseptic technique, ability to monitor sterility, and participation in performance improvement. A high school diploma or GED and Basic Life Support are required, with graduation from an accredited surgical technology

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist.
• Current certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure.
• Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with all aspects of room turnover.
• Performs duties according to department policy and procedure.
• Monitors surgical supplies for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used in a judicious manner, charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately.
• Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion.
• Attends in-services/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department related issues and participates in Performance Improvement Process.
• Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals.
• Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Surgical supplies management

Sterilization monitoring

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of Surgical Technology program

Current BLS for Healthcare Provider

Job description

Atrium Health seeks a Surgical Technologist to support sterile processing and operating room teams in Charlotte, NC. You will assist the Registered Nurse circulator, prepare patients, assemble supplies and instruments, and help with room turnover.

The role requires knowledge of aseptic technique, ability to monitor sterility, and participation in performance improvement. A high school diploma or GED and Basic Life Support are required, with graduation from an accredited surgical technology