Surgical Tech - Operating Room (0.9 Nights)

Mercycare; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Surgical Tech to support the operating room team on night shifts (3-12s) with a 0.9 schedule, 36 hours per week. You will proficiently assist surgeons, anesthesia personnel, and nurses, functioning as first scrub in core cases and supporting the circulator role as needed.

Requirements include at least one year of experience as a Surgical Tech or related role, graduation from a Surgical Technology Program, and Basic Life Support certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Surgical Technology Program or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of one year experience as a Surgical Tech, Patient Care Tech, CNA or Paramedic required.
• Currently certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) per American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Performs first scrub in core cases and assists surgeons.
• Maintains sterile technique and asepsis in the OR.
• Counts sponges, needles, and instruments according to policy.
• Assists with instrument/ equipment readiness and safety.
• Performs Surgical Assistant duties as needed.

Skills

First scrub

Surgical tech

Surgical assistant

Sterile technique

Education

Surgical Technology Program

Job description

Surgical Tech - Operating Room (0.9 Nights)# Mercy CR## Surgical Tech - Operating Room (0.9 Nights)Apply: Mercy Medical Center: Full time: Posted Today: JR105542**External Applicants Earn up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus!** Work Shift3-12's no call W-Th-Fr nights**Work Shift**Night Shift**Scheduled Weekly Hours**36**Summary**This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by proficiently performing technical skills and providing assistance to surgeons, anesthesia personnel, registered nurses, and other professionals in the operating room. Will also function proficiently as a first scrub in one additional specialty and may function in the second circulator role.**Job Description****Job Duties*** Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of asepsis and consistently maintains sterile technique.* Performs first scrub role on core cases of assigned services and anticipates the surgeon’s requests.* Demonstrates basic anatomy related to procedures* Ensures all necessary items and equipment are in the room prior to case.* Demonstrates knowledge of sterilization and disinfection as evidenced by practice.* Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, procedures and correct use or protective barrier equipment.* Conducts accurate sponge, needle and instrument counts according to departmental policies in conjunction with RN. Performs first scrub role on core cases.* Understands and uses instrumentation/equipment properly considering the maintenance, safety and availability.* Performs Surgical Assistant duties as needed.* Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries. **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*** Demonstrates knowledge of techniques used by various surgeons for various procedures.* Maintains technical skill level and adapts to changes in surgical technique and operative intervention modalities.* Demonstrates constructive approach during all interactions with staff and manager toward the organization.* Completes work assignments on time/readily accepts assignments, as observed by manager. **Professional Experience*** **Birthplace** - Minimum of one year experience as a Surgical Tech, Patient Care Tech, CNA or Paramedic required. **Education*** Graduate of a Surgical Technology Program or equivalent experience required. **Licensure, Certification, Registration*** Currently certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support in accordance with the American Heart Association required **Physical Requirements**Heavy: Exert 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently**Pay Rate Type**Hourly***Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.***Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.