Surgical Tech: Orchestrator of Safe, Efficient OR

1103 Team Member Services; Manchester (KY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403-B retirement plan

Paid time off from day one

Parental leave

Career development

Well-being resources

Pet benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Manchester, KY seeks a Surgical Technologist to anticipate surgeon needs, assemble supplies, and support the team in the operating room. You will maintain aseptic technique, manage instrumentation, and ensure patient safety during procedures.

You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and staff to uphold quality standards, respond to issues promptly, and train new personnel while following regulatory requirements and infection control practices.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking, and comprehending English effectively.
• Basic skills related to aseptic/sterile technique and knowledge of surgical instrumentation.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the healthcare industry.
• Up-to-date knowledge of surgical instruments and supplies to hand surgeons the correct tools during surgeries.
• Up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements and laws at various jurisdictional levels.
• Ability to understand and process surgeon dictated instructions and directions.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon and keeps the circulating nurse informed throughout a procedure.
• Maintains high standards and quality in facilitating cost savings and containment.
• Assembles all necessary supplies, equipment, and medications prior to the procedure.
• Supports customer and employee satisfaction activities; maintains good relationships with physicians, management, other departments, and staff; responds to complaints in a timely manner.
• Monitors aseptic technique of the entire surgical team and takes immediate corrective action for any breaks in technique.
• Identifies and reports environmental concerns to management and ensures adherence to regulatory standards and policies.
• Supervises other healthcare team members in the surgical environment and assists with orientation, training, and education of new personnel.
• Promotes a safe environment and takes appropriate action in emergency situations, controlling hazards that may endanger patients, visitors, and employees.
• Follows CDC isolation guidelines, uses PPE appropriately, and performs hand washing according to policy, adhering to all infection control practices.
• Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards and initiatives.
• Provides assistance and support to members of the surgical team as needed.
• Assists the team with safe and efficient operating room turnover times and directs ancillary personnel during room turnover.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Aseptic technique

Regulatory knowledge

Surgical instruments

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School Grad or Equiv

Associate

Technical/Vocational School

Field of Study: Surgical Technology

Job description

AdventHealth in Manchester, KY seeks a Surgical Technologist to anticipate surgeon needs, assemble supplies, and support the team in the operating room. You will maintain aseptic technique, manage instrumentation, and ensure patient safety during procedures.

You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and staff to uphold quality standards, respond to issues promptly, and train new personnel while following regulatory requirements and infection control practices.