Surgical Tech - Labor & Delivery OR, Per Diem Days, Mt. Holly

Virtua; Mount Holly Township (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtua is seeking a Surgical Technologist for our Labor & Delivery Operating Room to assist during procedures, manage instruments and maintain a sterile field. You will support nursing and ancillary teams by transporting patients and preparing equipment for surgeries.

One year OR experience is expected, with a high school diploma or equivalent and graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program. Required BLS; Surgical Technologist certification preferred; NJ CE maintenance (15 CEs per

Qualifications

• Evidence of one year OR training or experience.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Training Program.

Responsibilities

• Scrubs for, prepares, sets-up and assists during surgical procedures and supports nursing/ancillary departments by transporting patients.
• Prepares instruments and supplies for future procedures.
• Collects and handles specimens according to policy.

Skills

Surgical scrubbing

Intraoperative support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from accredited Surgical Technology Training Program

Job description

Labor & Delivery Operating Room

Summary

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse and/or Physician, the Surgical Technologist handles the instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure.

He/she has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.

Position Responsibilities

• Scrubs for, prepares, sets-up and assists during any surgical procedure and provides support to nursing and ancillary departments by transporting and transferring patients to and between units when necessary.
• Prepares instruments and supplies for future procedures.
• Collects and handles specimens according to policy and procedures.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required

One year OR Training or Experience.

Required Education

High school graduate or equivalent.

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Training Program.

Training/Certifications/Licensure

• BLS.
• Surgical Technologist Certification preferred
• Maintenance of New Jersey State required 15 CEs per year.