SCRUB TECH II - SURGERY

East Alabama Medical Center; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Alabama is seeking a Scrub Tech II to deliver safe and effective patient-centered care in the surgical suite. You will maintain a sterile environment and assist in surgical procedures while working under the supervision of a registered nurse. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, completion of a Surgical Technologist Program, and at least 5 years of experience in the field. Preferred qualifications include Surgical Tech Certification and experience in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Surgical Technologist for at least 5 years.
• Ability to maintain a sterile environment during surgical procedures.
• Knowledge of improving care and practice using standards and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe and effective patient-centered care in the surgical suite.
• Assist in maintaining a sterile environment before and during surgery.
• Demonstrate continuous self-development through training and education.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Sterile field maintenance

Teamwork

Holistic care approach

Education

High School diploma or GED

Completion of Surgical Technologist Program

Job description

SCRUB TECH II - SURGERY

EAMC MISSION

At East Alabama Medical Center, our mission is high quality, compassionate health care, and that statement guides everything we do. We set high standards for customer service, quality, and keeping costs under control.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for the delivery of safe, effective, and quality patient centered care in the perioperative suite by maintaining a sterile environment before and during the surgical procedure. Under the supervision of the perioperative registered nurse, the OR Specialist II staff demonstrates knowledge, skills, and behaviors to maintain a consistent level of practice. Provides safe, therapeutic care in a holistic and systematic way. Incorporates differences into the provision of care. Integrates knowledge, skills, and experiences to meet the needs of patients and families throughout the continuum. Utilizes standards, guidelines, protocols, or pathways for care delivery. Incorporates data and information to continuously improve care and practice to enhance outcomes. Ensures improvements in practice settings by assuming responsibility for self-development through teamwork training and continuing education.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Education: High School diploma or GED
• Minimum Experience: Completion of Surgical Technologist Program or on-the-job training with at least 5 years experience as a Surgical Technologist
• Required Registration/License/Certification: BLS obtained within 90 days of hire or transfer.
• Preferred Education: N/A
• Preferred Experience: Previous experience in healthcare setting
• Preferred Registration/License/Certification: Surgical Tech Certification
• Other Requirements: N/A