Surgical Tech

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's is hiring for a full-time Surgical Technologist position at the Burnet Campus. This role involves participation in surgical procedures, collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, and a commitment to patient advocacy and safety compliance.

Applicants should have an Associate degree in surgical technology from an accredited program or equivalent military training. The position follows a day shift schedule, requires effective communication skills, and supports a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in surgical technology from CAAHEP or ABHES accredited program.
• Formal military training in surgical technology is also accepted.

Responsibilities

• Participates in and supports surgical procedures, demonstrating understanding of surgical technology.
• Engages in patient safety culture and shares governance activities.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to solve problems.
• Advocates for patients and addresses ethical issues.
• Monitors safety and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Education

Associate degree in surgical technology from CAAHEP accredited program

Associate degree in surgical technology from ABHES accredited program

Formal military training in surgical technology

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Participates in and supports surgical procedures including assistance with and setup of surgical equipment, instruments and supplies. Demonstrates basic understanding of surgical procedures in which one participates, including knowledge of surgical technology and the ability to appropriately respond to planned and unplanned events. Reviews surgery plan to prepare for procedure, focusing on the cost‑effective provision of supplies and equipment to facilitate patient care. Utilizes surgical plan as the resource for opening or holding on necessary implants/supplies, with knowledge of resources to utilize for questions. Follows best practices and procedures in the provision of safe surgical patient care, escalating any potential patient and employee safety issues.
• Leadership & Development: Engages in safety culture with active participation in patient safety huddles. Demonstrates openness to coaching and mentoring from others. Active engagement in shared governance activities, unit recycling opportunities, and participation with unit process improvement activities. Engages in professional development to promote safe patient care.
• Collaboration: Uses shared decision making, engaging in multidisciplinary team process and actively participating in effective problem solving, collegial learning and pursuit of best practices. Knowledge of patient situational awareness and of escalation plan. Deals with conflicts directly, constructively and tactfully, resolving basic issues and escalating when necessary. Supports an atmosphere of collaboration, respect and trust within the team. Responsive to day‑to‑day needs of colleagues.
• Patient Advocacy: Works on behalf of patient and family; aware of ethical conflicts/issues between personal and patient values that may surface in clinical setting. Aware of patient rights and represents patient when patient cannot represent self. Encourages cultural diversity and recognizes the potential impact of culture on the patient/family experience; incorporates culturally diverse concepts into patient care. Makes decisions guided by rules and best practices. Escalates issues for assistance in difficult situations.
• Compliance: Sustain a working understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Support leadership in compliance efforts to meet and sustain the regulatory compliance efforts of the department and hospital. Mindful and judicious in monitoring safety and departmental policies and procedures. Ensure all individual certifications and Safety College requirements are fulfilled in a timely basis. Work with department managers to identify and share safety best practices. Be mindful of CCHMC’s processes and compliance with CMS standards and freely communicate safety and compliance concerns to leadership team members.

Job Qualifications

• Associate degree in surgical technology from an Allied Health Education Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) OR Associate degree in surgical technology from a program accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) OR Formal military training in surgical technology from the Army, Navy, or Air Force (68D Surgical Technology Training [Army], Hospital Corpsman [Navy], Surgical Services Specialist [Air Force]).

Job Details

• Primary Location: Burnet Campus
• Schedule: Full time
• Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Department: OR
• Employee Status: Regular
• FTE: 1
• Weekly Hours: 40
• Pay Range: $26.00 - $32.28 (Annualized)

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability