Surgical Tech, Short Procedure Unit

Health Partners Plans; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Health is seeking a Certified Surgical Technician (CST) for the Short Procedure Unit at Einstein Montgomery. This full-time day-shift role (32 hours per week) runs 7:00 am to 3:00 pm with no weekend or on-call requirements.

The CST ensures sterile field integrity and supports intraoperative care across preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases. The technician precepts others and collaborates with the perioperative team to deliver patient- and family-centered care across

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and completion of a surgical technician training program.
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• Knowledge of respectful and collaborative care with patients, families, and designated care partners.
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• Understanding of diverse patient backgrounds and ability to connect effectively.
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• Familiarity with effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques in patient care.
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• Appreciation of accuracy and attention to detail in perioperative settings.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes patients and families and provides safe, compassionate, coordinated care.
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• Communicates with and supports the interprofessional team and designated care partners.
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• Maintains sterile field, assists with gowning/gloving, and supports OR preparedness.
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• Precepts and supports perioperative team members as needed.

Skills

Respect for patients and families

Interprofessional communication

Cultural competence

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Surgical Technician training program

Job description

Number of Positions In Requisition

1

Job Details

Certified Surgical Tech - Short Procedure Unit at Einstein Montgomery

Full-Time Days, 32 hours per week

7:00 am - 3:00 pm

No weekends or on call requirement

With a commitment to patient- and family-centered care, the Certified Surgical Technician functions as a member of the intraoperative healthcare team. Performs specific tasks to assist the surgical team in ways that values the uniqueness of each individual and addresses the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of the diversity of patients served by Jefferson Health, and is competent to provide care for all patient populations. The Certified Surgical Technician (CST) (TS-C) is responsible for the creation and maintenance of the sterile field. The Technician accurately and efficiently anticipates surgeon's needs intraoperatively by applying comprehensive knowledge of operative procedures, equipment, anatomy and surgeons' preferences. The Certified Surgical Technician (CST) (TS-C) works closely with all perioperative team members during the preoperative, intraoperative, and post-operative care of the surgical patient. The Certified Surgical Technician also supports decontamination and sterile supply area, and maintains courteous and professional interactions with the patients and staff. The Certified Surgical Technician will also be required to precept.

Job Description

Summary

With a commitment to patient- and family-centered care, the Certified Surgical Technician functions as a member of the intraoperative healthcare team. Performs specific tasks to assist the surgical team in ways that values the uniqueness of each individual and addresses the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of the diversity of patients served by Jefferson Health, and is competent to provide care for all patient populations. The Certified Surgical Technician (CST) (TS-C) is responsible for the creation and maintenance of the sterile field. The Technician accurately and efficiently anticipates surgeon's needs intraoperatively by applying comprehensive knowledge of operative procedures, equipment, anatomy and surgeons' preferences. The Certified Surgical Technician (CST) (TS-C) works closely with all perioperative team members during the preoperative, intraoperative, and post-operative care of the surgical patient. The Certified Surgical Technician also supports decontamination and sterile supply area, and maintains courteous and professional interactions with the patients and staff. The Certified Surgical Technician will also be required to precept.

Job Duties

Recognizes the patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in providing safe, compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's personal preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values. Communicates with and supports the interprofessional team, patient, family and designated care partners.

• Inspects Operating Room (OR) for cleanliness and secures, sets up, and prepares OR equipment, instruments and supplies which are required for surgical procedures. Participates in team time out and is an active participant and advocate for patient safety and high quality care in the perioperative setting.
• Provides assistance with gowning and gloving of Surgical team including the Surgeon. Assist with preparation of the sterile field including draping of the patient and maintaining sterile field integrity. Gives a thorough report to relief personnel on status of procedure, instruments, materials, and any other pertinent information to insure a smooth transition of personnel during the surgical procedure.
• Counts all sharps, sponges and instruments with the circulating nurse prior to, during and after the surgical procedure. Follows the policy on how counts are performed, and initiates corrective action when count is incorrect. Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Provides assistance in maintaining supplies and equipment available to ensure efficient unit operations. Helps maintain a safe, neat and clean environment to facilitate safe and effective patient care in the Operating Room. Acts as primary preceptor to other surgical team members as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED Graduate of a surgical technician training program.
• Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family and/or designated care partner in care.
• Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and the ability to convey respect and connect effectively.
• Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques, ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Uses the language of partnership with patients and families, engaging them in their health and health care.
• Understanding of the necessity and value of accuracy and attention to detail, ability to process