Student Surgical Tech | 40 hours per week | Surgical Services

Great River Health Systems; Fort Madison (IA); In loco; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive base pay

Health, Dental and Vision plans

Paid time off (PTO)

Education Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D

Discounted cafeteria meals

Descrizione del lavoro

Great River Health Systems is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technician to assist in surgical procedures and maintain a sterile field under the supervision of surgeons and nursing staff. You will prepare the operating room, pass instruments, count supplies, and support the surgical team throughout procedures.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. On-site work with comprehensive benefits is provided.

Competenze

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of certified surgical technologist program preferred.
• Strong knowledge of sterile technique and aseptic procedures.

Mansioni

• Assist in surgical procedures under supervision of physicians and nursing staff.
• Maintain and ensure sterile field during operations.
• Prepare and count supplies, instruments and sponges; pass instruments to surgeons.
• Monitor operating room conditions and assist with room turnover.
• Prepare dressings and assist with postoperative care as directed.

Conoscenze

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Multitasking

Team player

Safety awareness

Formazione

H.S. Diploma or GED

Certified surgical technologist program

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Details:Scheduled Hours: 6:55am - 3:25pm, on call and weekend rotation requiredJob Description:A Brief OverviewAssists in surgical procedures under the supervision of physicians, registered nurses and other surgical personnel. Responsible for creating and maintaining the sterile field. Prepares the operating room by collecting needed supplies and equipment. Functions within the sterile field by passing instruments and other supplies to surgeons and providing visualization through retraction. Provides high quality care to the surgical patients.What you will doActive participation in surgical consciousness.Assure each operating room has the correct case cart, supplies, equipment and instrumentation according to individual provider preferences.Monitor and maintain a proper sterile field during surgical procedures.Prepares surgical instrumentation that will be used during procedures and assures proper assembly and function.Count sponges, needles, and instruments before and after operation.Pass surgical instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants. Hold retractors and cut sutures, and perform other tasks as directed by surgeon during operation.Monitor and continually assess operating room conditions, including patient and surgical team needs.Prepare dressings and apply or assist with their application following surgery.Participates in room turnover.QualificationsH.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) RequiredGraduate of a certified tech program or hospital trained through a formal education program RequiredDemonstrates knowledge and ensures competency and comprehension of all regularory standards.Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote safety and security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and company.Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Actively looking for ways to help people.Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects.Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of works, rules of composition, and grammar.Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.Certified Surgical Technician PreferredQualifications:Required: Graduate of a certified surgical technologist program or hospital trained through a formal education program.Specialties at each campus:FM: ENT, Gastroenterology, General, OB/Gynecology, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, Pain Management, Podiatry, UrologyBenefits:We are excited to offer an aggressive compensation and benefits package for qualifying positions, which includes:Competitive base payMatching retirement programsHealth, Dental and Vision plansHealth Savings and Flexible Spending AccountsEmployee discounts including car rental, cell-phone plansEmployer-paid, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&DPaid time off (PTO)Education Assistance ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramDiscounted cafeteria mealsPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Service Recognition programVoluntary plans including: Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Insurance, and Hospital IndemnityGreat River Health and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.