Pediatric Surgical Technologist - Day Shift Impact

10 Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Surgical Technician to assist in providing competent pediatric surgical care and to support the surgeon and team in a fast-paced operating room. You will operate equipment, maintain supplies, communicate effectively with patients and families, and contribute to safe patient care.

Education requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and graduation from a recognized surgical technologist program, or 5 years of equivalent experience; BLS

Qualifications

• No minimum experience required.
• One year of experience as a surgical technician (preferred).
• Experience in pediatric operating room (preferred).
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent and graduation from 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.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; surgical technologist program

Tools

Surgical equipment handling

Job description

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Surgical Technician to assist in providing competent pediatric surgical care and to support the surgeon and team in a fast-paced operating room. You will operate equipment, maintain supplies, communicate effectively with patients and families, and contribute to safe patient care.

Education requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and graduation from a recognized surgical technologist program, or 5 years of equivalent experience; BLS