Surgical Technician, Delivery Room

North Mississippi Health Services, Inc.; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services in Tupelo, MS is seeking a Surgical Technician to support operating room teams by selecting supplies, maintaining sterile fields, and assisting surgeons during procedures.

The role requires attention to safety, the ability to handle stress, and good communication; responsibilities include counts, instrument tracking, decontamination, and room turnover. CPR certification and an associates degree in surgical technology preferred.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Select supplies and instruments for procedures.
• Perform sponge, needle and instrument counts as specified by policy with RN circulator.
• Maintain sterility of operating field and prevent contamination.
• Assist surgeon by handing instruments, sponges, sutures, catheters and dressings.
• Decontaminate, clean and sterilize instruments for reuse.
• Attend required in-services and competency education programs.
• Restock supplies and turnaround rooms for next case.

Skills

Pediatric care

Adolescent care

Geriatric care

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Instrument knowledge

Sterilization techniques

Team scrub role

Computer skills

Education

Associates of Surgical Technology

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.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY
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

• Using preference lists, select supplies, instruments and equipment for surgical procedures.
• Surgical Counts along with RN circulator performs 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent . Required

Licenses and Certifications

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Work Experience

• 1-3 years

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.

Physical Demands

• Standing. Frequently
• Walking. Frequently
• Sitting. Occassionally
• Lifting/Carrying. Frequently 100 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling. Frequently
• Climbing. Occassionally
• Balancing. Occassionally
• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Frequently
• Reaching/Over Head Work. Occassionally
• Grasping. Frequently
• Speaking. Constantly
• Hearing. Constantly
• Repetitive Motions. Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently

Benefits

• Continuing Education
• 403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions
• Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance
• Wellness Programs and Incentives
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical Benefits
• License+ Certification Reimbursement
• Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Employee Discount Program
• Other:
• Early Access to Earned Wages
• Tuition Assistance
• Relocation Assistance
• Paid Time AwaySpecial Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers

Requirements

The following are requirements in addition to any stated in the above description.

Licenses

You must have the following licenses to apply:

Certified Pulmonary Resuscitation/Basic Life Support

Education

You must have the following education to apply:

Associates of Surgical Technology

You must have a High School Diploma or GED or higher