Scrub Tech - Cape May Court House Surgery Center - Per Diem

AtlantiCare; Cape May Court House (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)/403(b)

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

AtlantiCare's Surgery Center is seeking an OR Scrub Technician to support the surgical team during procedures under the direction of the Registered Nurse. You will prepare the sterile field, handle instruments, and ensure equipment is functioning properly to maintain patient safety.

In this role you will anticipate needs based on anatomy and procedure, assist with patient positioning, and uphold confidentiality and professional growth as part of the care team.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of accredited surgical technology program required.
• Completes 15 hours of continuing education to remain certified in NJ.
• Demonstrates competencies per Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team during procedures as scrub/instrument person.
• Prepare operating room and ensure equipment is functioning properly.
• Maintain sterile field and aseptic technique for supplies and instruments.
• Position patient as directed by perioperative RN and support departmental goals.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Dexterity

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Accredited surgical technology program

Continuing education to remain certified in NJ (15 hours)

Tools

Clinical applications proficiency

Job description

Job Description

ATLANTICARE _____________________________________________ROLE DESCRIPTION POSITION SUMMARY The Surgery Center Operating Room Scrub Technician assists the surgical team during surgical and/or invasive procedures under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The Technician provides direct patient care as a scrub/instrument person during surgery. Duties include arranging the operating room for surgical procedures by ensuring that surgical equipment is functioning properly. The technician prepares and maintains the sterile field by preparing sterile supplies, instruments, and equipment through use of proper aseptic technique. The Technician anticipates the needs of the surgical team based on knowledge of human anatomy and pathophysiology related to the intended surgical procedure and assists with moving and positioning the patient as directed by the perioperative registered nurse. This position delivers care in a prompt and professional manner, always maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and respect. The Technician works as part of the care team to meet the needs of the customer and to support departmental objectives. The Technician provides quality customer service, participates in performance improvement efforts and assumes responsibility for professional growth and development. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of surgical technology program that is accredited required. Completes 15 hours of continuing education to remain certified in NJ PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS Demonstrates the competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position. WORK ENVIRONMENT Potential for exposure to the hazards of the hospital environment, such as exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous waste, and potential injury. Position requires considerable standing, reaching and walking. Requires the ability to lift up to 60 lbs. Requires good hand/eye coordination and finger/hand dexterity, as well as good visual and hearing acuity and ability to maintain retraction for long periods of time. Essential functions of this position are listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool. REPORTING RELATIONSHIP This position reports department leadership. The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Benefit Offerings AtlantiCare offers eligible Full-time and Part-time team members the ability to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)/403(b), Life Insurance, Disability and other supplemental benefit programs.

Job Description

ATLANTICARE _____________________________________________ROLE DESCRIPTION POSITION SUMMARY The Surgery Center Operating Room Scrub Technician assists the surgical team during surgical and/or invasive procedures under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The Technician provides direct patient care as a scrub/instrument person during surgery. Duties include arranging the operating room for surgical procedures by ensuring that surgical equipment is functioning properly. The technician prepares and maintains the sterile field by preparing sterile supplies, instruments, and equipment through use of proper aseptic technique. The Technician anticipates the needs of the surgical team based on knowledge of human anatomy and pathophysiology related to the intended surgical procedure and assists with moving and positioning the patient as directed by the perioperative registered nurse. This position delivers care in a prompt and professional manner, always maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and respect. The Technician works as part of the care team to meet the needs of the customer and to support departmental objectives. The Technician provides quality customer service, participates in performance improvement efforts and assumes responsibility for professional growth and development. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of surgical technology program that is accredited required. Completes 15 hours of continuing education to remain certified in NJ PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS Demonstrates the competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position. WORK ENVIRONMENT Potential for exposure to the hazards of the hospital environment, such as exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous waste, and potential injury. Position requires considerable standing, reaching and walking. Requires the ability to lift up to 60 lbs. Requires good hand/eye coordination and finger/hand dexterity, as well as good visual and hearing acuity and ability to maintain retraction for long periods of time. Essential functions of this position are listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool. REPORTING RELATIONSHIP This position reports department leadership. The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Benefit Offerings AtlantiCare offers eligible Full-time and Part-time team members the ability to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)/403(b), Life Insurance, Disability and other supplemental benefit programs.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of surgical technology program that is accredited required. Completes 15 hours of continuing education to remain certified in NJ Specialty Experience Advanced Certification Required Certification Preferred Surgery Center Preferred but not required. Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents within position will be trained appropriately and then skill will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire. Must meet one of the following criteria:

• Completion of surgical technology program that is accredited or is able to hold and maintain a certified Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Certification
• Has completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the Military of the United States
• Provided evidence that they were employed to practice surgical technology prior to August of 2012
• Is actively in the service of the US government as a surgical technologist
• Is a Licensed Practical Nurse (surgical experience preferred) BLS certification required upon date of hire or transfer Certified Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting

About Us

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

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Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans with employer contributions
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Wellness Programs to help you thrive
• Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.

Pay Transparency

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AtlantiCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer