Surgical Tech Extern - Operating Room

Mohawk Valley Health System; New Jersey; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in New Jersey is seeking a Surgical Technologist. The role involves assisting in surgical procedures, maintaining a sterile environment, and participating in patient care. Candidates must have a high school diploma, be enrolled in the MVCC Surgical Technologist program, and possess BLS certification. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are essential. Flexible shift work is required, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment and good standing in the MVCC Surgical Technologist program, and completion of the first and second cohort of the program.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing a clean and safe area for patient care and surgical procedures.
• Act as a scrub assistant and maintain knowledge of various procedures.
• Assure safety and efficiency of the operating room.

Skills

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma

MVCC Surgical Technologist program enrollment

Job description

Core Job Responsibilities

• Assists in providing a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care. Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (e.g., assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the Surgeons' needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; holding of retractors, observing and reporting possible breaks in aseptic technique; and assisting in maintaining a sterile, dry, and unobstructed field).
• Acts as a scrub assistant for surgical procedures and obtains/maintains basic knowledge of a variety of procedures.
• Assists with the disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room and the unit.
• Assists in setting up the operating room for each case including moving equipment (i.e., tables, cameras, microscopes, fracture table, and instrument pans), operating the various types of equipment used during operating room procedures, and returning equipment post procedure.
• Assists in maintaining accurate instrument/sponge counts.
• Transports patients, equipment and supplies. Immediately notifies appropriate staff member of emergent patient care situations or equipment supply issues.
• Maintains specialty cart or items, ensuring completeness and availability. This includes checking the working condition of equipment, sterility, and sending damaged items out for repair.
• Assists with various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling while utilizing proper technique.
• Adheres to Infection Control program to prevent spread of infections, practice of standard precautions, protects self, peers, patients, and visitors from infection and uses appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Flexible to work variable shifts, including weekends and/or holidays.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED:

• High school diploma.
• Current enrollment and good standing in the MVCC Surgical Technologist program, and completion of the first and second cohort of the program.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

REQUIRED:

• BLS certification.

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.