Surgical Tech Non-Certified - Obstetrics - Lorain Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentives

Referral bonuses

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid time off

Parental leave & FMLA

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist operative and invasive procedures by preparing sterile instruments and equipment, maintaining aseptic technique, and supporting the surgical team. The role includes case preparation, instrument counts, specimen handling, and on-call availability.

Responsibilities also cover assisting with pre/post procedure cleaning, following safety policies, and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree, vocational certification, or military certificate in surgical technology required, unless being hired into a Labor and Delivery unit in Ohio then preferred.
• BBLS Basic Life Support; American Heart Association certification required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH.

Responsibilities

• Functions as the scrub person during operative procedures by assembling supplies and equipment.
• Prepares sterile supplies and instruments and performs surgical counts with circulating RN.
• Maintains sterile field and aseptic technique; assists with drapes and passes instruments.
• Retrieves and labels specimens; reports implanted devices and catheters to circulator.
• Prepares surgical skin prep and performs catheter insertion as required.
• Participates in ongoing education and competency verification and in patient safety measures.
• On-call as scheduled and available within department timeframes.
• Participates in orientation of new staff and students.

Skills

Follow Instructions

Independent Work

Anatomy

Anticipate Needs

Communication

Critical Thinking

Infection Control

AORN/AST Knowledge

Urgency

Physiology

Surgical Conscience

Professionalism

Self-Directed

Teamwork

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Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree / Vocational Certification in Surgical Technology

Military Certificate in Surgical Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Mercy Health About Us As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Summary Of Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

Facilitates the operative or other invasive procedure by preparing and providing the required sterile instruments, supplies and equipment. Maintains the sterile field and anticipates and responds to the needs of the surgical team.

Essential Job Functions

• Functions as the scrub person and assists as trained during operative and other invasive procedures by assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure.
• Prepares and organizes sterile supplies and instrument for the procedure and performs surgical counts with the circulating RN according to policy.
• Maintains an organized sterile field and ensures the sterility of the field by taking corrective action as needed. Assists with placement of sterile drapes. Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique.
• Retrieves and collects specimens and labels specimens appropriately and correctly.
• Reports any implanted devices, catheters, drains, and packing to circulator.
• Provides complete case preparation and has knowledge, with the ability to adapt, of special instruments, supplies, and equipment needs for patient populations.
• Demonstrates knowledge of patients' rights and responsibilities according to the patients age and understanding.
• Demonstrates understanding of patients Advance Directives.
• Assists in CPR as needed.
• Assists with pre and post procedure cleaning of the operative or invasive procedure room and necessary instruments.
• Surgical Technologist are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the policy.
• Participates in ongoing educational and competency verification opportunities.
• Participates in financial accountability by utilizing resources in a cost-conscious manner and offers performance improvement initiatives.
• Participates in all patient safety care measures.
• Accessible for "on call" as scheduled and is available within the time frames as indicated by the department.
• Participates in the orientation of new staff and students as assigned.
• Prepares and performs surgical skin prep and clipping as indicated by procedure. Inserts urinary catheter as required.
• Demonstrates flexibility regarding unit/area staffing and scheduling needs.
• Maintains personal grooming and attire consistent with BSMH policy.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)

Education

High School Diploma or GED (required)

Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology (required, unless being hired into a Labor and Delivery unit in Ohio then preferred)

(If employed in South Carolina as a Surgical Technologist prior to 2008, preferred)

Work Experience

One year of perioperative, operating room, or related military surgical technology experience (preferred)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse

May be required to use physical restraints

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*

May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

May have periods of constant interruptions

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions

Prolonged periods of working alone

• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Skills

• Ability to Follow Instructions
• Able to Work Independently
• Anatomy
• Anticipate Needs
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Infection Control
• Knowledge of AORN and AST Recommendations
• Move with a sense of urgency
• Physiology
• Possess Surgical Conscience
• Professionalism
• Self-Directed
• Takes Direction
• Teamwork

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Full Time - 36 Scheduled Weekly Hours

7p-7:30a

Weekend and Holiday Rotation

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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