Sr Surgical Technologist- CVOR- Full Time- Day Shift - Henry Ford Jackson Hospital

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus of $15,000

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Henry Ford Jackson Hospital is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support surgical procedures. Responsibilities include handling instruments and anticipating the needs of the surgical team while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Requires a high school diploma and completion of a Surgical Technology program.

Current BLS certification is mandatory, or must be obtained within the first month. Join us at a Magnet® designated hospital with extensive surgical service offerings and enjoy a sign-on bonus of $15,000.

Qualifications

• Must have current BLS certification or become certified within one month of start.
• Surgical Technologist certification required or equivalent experience.
• Specific knowledge of operating room procedures and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Handle surgical instruments and supplies during procedures.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and surgical team.
• Support patient preparation and transport.

Skills

Knowledge of surgical procedures

Patient care assistance

Emergent situation response

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Graduate of a Surgical Technology program

Job description

HENRY FORD JACKSON HOSPITAL

The 420-bed Henry Ford Jackson Hospital is Magnet® designated and a Level II Trauma Center. Acute care services are complemented by more than 40 community-based ambulatory locations. The hospital’s broad range of specialty services includes cardiac surgery and minimally invasive structural heart procedures, neurosurgery and advanced cancer care, as well as home health care and hospice services, and the Henry Ford Hospice Home, the only hospice residence in Jackson County.

General Summary

Under direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse and Surgical Team members, responsible for the handling of surgical instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during general to moderately complex surgical procedures. Ensures understanding of the assigned surgical procedures being performed and anticipates the needs of the assigned surgeon and surgical team members. Also provides service support related to patient preparation, patient transport, and assisting surgical care team with specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs. Responds to emergent situations according to established procedures.

• SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE- $15,000.00
• Relocation Assistance Available

Education/Experience Required

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Graduate of a Surgical Technology program.
• Specific knowledge of surgical procedures within the operating room (OR), in addition to knowledge of surgical procedures, practices and techniques in providing patient care and assisting surgeons in the O.R.

Certifications/Licensure Required

• Current BLS certification required or become BLS certified within one month of start date.
• Surgical Technologist certification required or 3-5 years of experience supporting complex high acuity surgical volume, as defined above, in lieu of a certification.

This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and duties. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
• Department: Surgical Services-Or
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable