Surgical Technician

North Mississippi Medical Center, Inc

Amory (MS)

On-site

USD 31,000 - 38,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services in Amory, MS is seeking a Surgical Technician to prepare procedures, maintain sterile technique, and assist surgeons throughout the operation. You will handle instruments, ensure counts, and support sterile processing while adhering to safety and policy standards.

The role requires good communication, problem-solving, and the ability to work under pressure in a dynamic hospital setting. Prior Surgical Technology training or experience is essential.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program or one year of surgical experience in lieu of program.
Must be able to lift 100 lbs and stand frequently as part of daily tasks.
Excellent communication and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

Prepare surgical procedures by selecting supplies, instruments, and equipment.
Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts as directed.
Maintain sterile field and assist surgeons.
Decontaminate and sterilize instruments for reuse.
Attend in-services and competency education programs.
Complete daily assignments and restock supplies.

Skills

Communication skills

Stress management

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Surgical instruments

Sterile technique

Instrument counts

Job description

We believe a career is more than just a career - it's a calling. Our teammates' \"True North\" is what calls them to health care; it's their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

Department:

45006600 Surgery

Work Shift:

No incentives at this time

Job Description:

The Surgical Technician at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for preparing surgical procedures by selecting supplies, instruments, and equipment, performing surgical counts, maintaining sterile techniques, assisting surgeons, and decontaminating clinical equipment. Their responsibilities include enforcing safety measures, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and managing various physical tasks such as lifting, pushing/pulling, sitting, walking, bending, and reaching. The role demands good communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to handle stress in a dynamic environment.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Procedure preparation:

Using preference lists, select supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical procedures.
Surgical Counts along with RN circulator perform sponge needle and instrument counts as specified by policy and procedure of the hospital.

Sterile Technique:

Maintains sterility of operating field controls any contamination of that field.

Surgeons Assistant :

As a scrubbed member of the team, assist surgeon by performing nurse supervised duties such as handing, instruments, sponges, sutures, catheters, dressings as needed.

Clinical Equipment :

Decontaminates, cleans and sterilizes instruments for re-use according to hospital policy and procedure.

Maintains Performance:

Attends required in services, annual review and Competency education programs.

Daily Assignments:

Completes assignments including restocking of supplies and turnaround of room for next use.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Competent to provide care for pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
Files, answer phone, schedules, utilizes computer skills (Excel and Word) when possible, complies reports,
Primary accountability for assisting surgeon as a \"scrubbed\" team member.
The Tech will perform under the supervision of a Registered Nurse accountable for handling of instruments and all counts (cleaning and assembly.)
Must organize and prioritize work assignments.
Interacts daily with patients, central sterile processing and O.R. staff and surgeons.
Must have good communication skills and reflect and positive caring attitude toward customers and co-workers.
Ability to maintain composure in a stressful environment.
Must be able to provide information regarding instruments and equipment and sterilization techniques.

Note:

Must be graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program or one (1) year of experience in a surgical setting in lieu of program completion.

Physical Demands