Pediatric Surgical Technologist – Day Shift

10 Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Surgical Tech to assist in providing competent surgical care across pediatric cases, supporting the surgeon and staff with equipment and procedures. No minimum experience required; preferred one year in pediatric operating rooms.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and graduation from a recognized surgical technologist program or 5 years of equivalent experience. BLS within 30 days of employment is preferred.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a surgical technician
• Experience in a pediatric operating room
• High school diploma or equivalent and graduation from a recognized surgical technologist program or 5 years of equivalent experience

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.

Skills

Surgical tech experience

Pediatric OR experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from recognized surgical technologist program

5 years of equivalent experience

Job description

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Surgical Tech to assist in providing competent surgical care across pediatric cases, supporting the surgeon and staff with equipment and procedures. No minimum experience required; preferred one year in pediatric operating rooms.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and graduation from a recognized surgical technologist program or 5 years of equivalent experience. BLS within 30 days of employment is preferred.