Surgical Resource Technologist -CVOR

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health in Indianapolis seeks a Surgical Resource Technologist to ensure proper arrangement of surgical equipment and instrumentation, and to support the surgical team before, during, and after procedures.

This role requires NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist, Basic Life Support, 17 CEUs annually, and completion of the perioperative preceptor training. You will help maintain sterile field and assist the surgeon as allowed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA).
• Basic Life Support Certification.
• 17 continuing education units annually.
• Perioperative Services Preceptor training or equivalent preceptor modules.
• Minimum 1 year experience as a Skilled Technologist or relevant roles.
• Ability to resource to staff using advanced technology and knowledge of instruments.
• Knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
• Adherence to sterile field policies.
• Completion of Advancement Process requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment and supplies in the OR.
• Assist the surgeon and the surgical team during procedures as allowed.
• Oversee turnover of the OR and processing of specimens, instruments, and supplies.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, RNs, and other staff as part of the team.

Skills

Surgical equipment knowledge

Sterile field adherence

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Surgical Resource Technologist provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures. Assists in ensuring the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the operating room prior to each operation. Provides assistance to the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards. Assists in the turnover of the operating room after the procedure ensuring proper routing and/or processing of all specimens, equipment, instrumentation and supplies. Works as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel.

• Requires a High School Diploma/GED.
• Requires certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA.
• Requires Basic Life Support Certification.
• Requires 17 continuing education units annually.
• Requires successful completion of Perioperative Services Preceptor class and/or completion of 4 precepting eLMS modules and/or facility based preceptor training.
• Requires a minimum of 1 year experience in the Skilled Technologist role or relevant experience.
• Must be able to resource to other staff who are utilizing advanced technology in cases, including knowledge of the types of instruments utilized, what cases utilize different technologies, etc.
• Requires knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
• Requires strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field.
• Requires completion of application and recommendations as prescribed in Advancement Process.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.