Surgical Tech

Summit Medical Center; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Summit Medical Center in Edmond, OK is seeking Surgical Technicians for a full-time position within our Quality Care Team. The role involves working in the operating room under the supervision of registered nurses, ensuring patient safety and proper instrumentation.

The ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited school of surgical technology, possess certification (CST or CORT) preferred, and have at least one year of experience. Summit Medical Center is committed to quality care and employee satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience required.
• Ability to function as a member of the surgical team.
• Compliance with continuing education programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform necessary tasks for a scrub role using technical skills.
• Assure patient safety by maintaining a therapeutic environment.
• Ensure proper instrumentation for each procedure.
• Maintain established policies and procedures.

Skills

Surgical instrument handling

CPR

Aseptic technique

Decontamination and sterilization principles

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology

Certified surgical technologist (CST or CORT)

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Summit Medical Center - Edmond, OK 73013 Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Day

Summit Medical Center is looking for Surgical Technicians to join our Quality Care Team. Position available at our Edmond hospital. This position works Monday - Friday.

Summit Medical Center has established an outstanding reputation for quality services. Credit for this goes to every one of our employees. We are committed to doing our part to assure each employee has a satisfying work experience and can take pride in working at Summit Medical Center.

Position Summary

Provides direct and indirect services to the surgical patient under the supervision of the registered nurse and performs tasks as necessary for the efficient and effective functioning of the operating room, as well as the delivery of quality of care. The staffing of the Summit Medical Center is based on a teamwork concept. Employees may be cross trained in other clinical areas and may be expected to perform duties other than their normal ones as staffing and patient needs change.

Responsibilities

• Performs necessary tasks for a scrub role using technical skills.
• Assures patient/personal safety by maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Ensures proper instrumentation for each procedure.
• Follows all principles of sterile technique.
• Participates in all counts (instrument, sponge sharps, etc.) as necessary.
• Assists with maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
• Maintains established center/departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Maintains department records, reports, and files as required.
• Maintains and cares for department equipment and supplies.
• Participates in educational programs and in-service meetings.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and center-related business.
• Develops and maintains an effective working relationship with patients, families, visitors, and other center employees.
• Documents concisely, precisely, and accurately on all records or documents as indicated by policy.
• Participates in Quality Assessment activities as directed for the continuous improvement of patient care and the Center's business.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Supplemental Pay: Bonus opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology
• Certified in surgical technology preferred (CST or CORT)
• Minimum 1 year experience

Special Skills and Knowledge

• Care and handling of surgical instruments.
• CPR
• Aseptic technique
• Principles of Standard Precautions
• Principles of decontamination and sterilization

Essential Functions

• Ability to function as a member of the surgical team.
• Ability to perform tasks of a scrub technician efficiently.
• Compliance with the attendance policy.
• Compliance with continuing and mandatory education programs.
• Ability to respond quickly, physically, and mentally when priorities and /or the patient’s condition changes.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Ability to read and write (legibly)
• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively.
• Ability to understand and resolve simple to complex problems.
• Ability to understand simple to complex instructions.
• Ability to constantly walk, stand, and/or lift.
• Ability to frequently utilize full range of motion, including crouching, stooping, reaching, bending, and twisting.
• Ability to frequently lift, pull, push with assistance of one other person, the weight of the average patient.
• Ability to see and hear and distinguish color.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to function independently without constant supervision.

Bloodborne Pathogen Classification

Category 1-Occupational exposure

Job Type: Full-time

Medical Specialty: Surgery

Work Location: In person