Scrub Technician - Part Time Days (61111)

Fairfield Medical Center; Lancaster (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus $15,000

Job summary

Fairfield Medical Center in Lancaster, OH is seeking a part-time Surgical Technician to join the FMC Main Campus operating room team. The role involves preparing the OR and equipment, assisting surgeons, and coordinating care from pre‑op through post‑op care under physician leadership.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, completion of an accredited surgical technician program, CPR certification (CST preferred), and prior OR experience.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent; graduate of a surgical technician accredited program.
• Licensure & Certifications: CPR certification or equivalent; CST preferred.
• Experience: Previous OR experience preferred.
• Exerting physical effort as described (physical demand requirements)

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating/procedure room and surgical equipment.
• Demonstrates collaborative interdepartmental planning in identifying and meeting patient-family centered needs and awareness of the nursing care plan.
• Communicates with patient and practitioner through pre-operative planning.
• Provides care appropriate in a non-judgmental, nondiscriminatory manner that is sensitive to the needs of all ages.
• Passes tools to surgeons during an operation and helps control equipment such as lights, bovie or suction.
• Assist with safe transfer of the patient to the operating room table.
• Assists in positioning patient safely for the procedure to prevent injury or harm.
• Participates in the physician-led time‑out.
• Initiates appropriate emergency procedures in collaboration with the physician; including BLS.
• Ensures patients rights are respected and protects patient privacy by adhering to HIPPA guidelines in the management of all patient information.
• Evaluates and assesses interventions and participates in the briefing/debriefing process.
• Participates in and fosters an approach to continuously improving quality through Six Sigma methodology.

Skills

Clinical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Independent decisions

Education

High school diploma

Surgical technician program

Job description

Job Location: Surgery - FMC Main Campus - Lancaster, OH 43130

Position Type: Part Time .70

Travel Percentage: No Driving Required

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Clinical

Bonus: $15,000

Pay Rate: $23.31-$38.39 hourly

For more than a century, Fairfield Medical Center has been a regional healthcare provider who delivers exceptional care to our patients by creating exceptional experiences for our employees.

The driver behind our culture is that we all believe in the value of it, and we hire people into the organization who are also committed to making a difference. Our employees truly go the extra mile to serve our patients and each other.

When you join us, you become part of our team; it is our goal to not only be the best place you will ever work, but the only place you will want to work. Join our team. Make a difference.

Job Description

• Prepare the operating/procedure room and surgical equipment.
• Demonstrates collaborative interdepartmental planning in identifying and meeting patient-family centered needs and awareness of the nursing care plan.
• Communicates with patient and practitioner through pre-operative planning.
• Provides care appropriate in a non-judgmental, nondiscriminatory manner that is sensitive to the needs of all ages, preserving their autonomy, dignity and rights. Identify age requirements (infant to geriatric) using clinical data and patient needs.
• Passes tools to surgeons during an operation and helps control equipment such as lights, bovie or suction.
• Assist with safe transfer of the patient to the operating room table.
• Assists in positioning patient safely for the procedure to prevent injury or harm.
• Participates in the physician-led time‑out.
• Initiates appropriate emergency procedures in collaboration with the physician; including BLS.
• Ensures patients rights are respected and protects patient privacy by adhering to HIPPA guidelines in the management of all patient information.
• Evaluates and assesses interventions and participates in the briefing/debriefing process.
• Practices positive responses to job demands and changes through organization and time management.
• Facilitates safe and effective follow‑up care through verbal hand off communication.
• Attends various unit, division or committee meetings as designated by the manager or clinical charge nurse.
• Assures equipment and supplies are readily available for patient care, reporting malfunctions to proper department.
• Utilizes resources effectively and efficiently to enhance positive outcomes in patient care, addresses unit needs and supports the Centers mission.
• Participates in and fosters an approach to continuously improving quality through Six Sigma methodology that includes both intradepartmental and interdepartmental activities. Ensures patient rights are respected and protects patient privacy by adhering to HIPPA guidelines in the management of all patient information.
• The candidate will successfully complete yearly competencies to secure and maintain the position.
• Employee will implement, evaluate and revise annual self‑development goals as outlined on previous Performance Appraisal.

Qualifications

Education: High school graduate or equivalent. Graduate of a surgical technician accredited program required. Attends in‑services to maintain professional standards.

Licensure & Certifications: CPR certification or equivalent. Certification (CST) preferred.

Experience: Previous OR experience preferred.

Job‑related Skills: Good basic clinical skills in delivering care in an ambulatory and inpatient care facility. Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills; ability to problem‑solve and facilitate resolution to issues; demonstrates ability to handle multiple priorities; ability to make independent decisions.

Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.