Surgical Technologist

United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI); Ellsworth (CT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, prescription

Life and AD&D coverage

Disability insurance

FSAs and HSAs

401(k)

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI) is seeking a Scrub Tech/Surgical Processor to assist the surgical team and maintain sterile conditions throughout procedures.

The role requires 1–2 years in scrub tech or sterile processing, effective communication with physicians, and current BLS certification. On-site at our CT facility, with a comprehensive benefits package and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years experience as Scrub Tech or Surgical Processing in multiple specialties.
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians and medical staff.
• Knowledge of sterile processing and related safety practices.
• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician with operative procedures.
• Anticipate surgeon needs during procedures.
• Maintain sterility of supplies and environment.
• Count sponges, needles, instruments pre- and intra-operatively.
• Gown and glove surgeons and assistants.
• Keep physician preference cards accurate and updated.
• Transport specimens to pathology with source confirmed.
• Interact professionally with patients and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Sterile processing knowledge

BLS certification

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Sterile processing equipment

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Efficiently and effectively assists physician with operative procedures
• Anticipates surgeon/physician’s needs both in preparing for procedures and during procedure
• Demonstrates knowledge of specific responsibilities in all emergency situations
• Ensures sterility of all supplies and instruments during set up of surgical procedures.
• Handles instruments in a manner which prolongs “life” of instrument.
• Assists circulating nurse and surgical team in maintaining sterile environment.
• Assists circulating nurse in gathering necessary surgical supplies and equipment. Is responsible for doing sponge, needle, and instrument count pre-operatively and intra-operative with the circulating nurse.
• Gowns and gloves surgeons and assistants.
• Assists in keeping physician preference cards accurate/updated.
• Retains all specimens to be sent to pathology, confirming source/name of specimen with surgeon.
• Transports all surgical equipment to appropriate cleaning areas. Assists in sterile supply with cleaning and reprocessing of instrument sets.
• Interacts appropriately and effectively with all patients/others regardless of age or ethnic background.
• Uses Standard Universal Precautions, appropriate hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, and safe practices to ensure personal safety and a safe environment.
• Assists with environmental hazard and infection control surveillance and participates in emergency preparedness drills.
• Follows all equipment and safety guidelines and is responsible for knowledgeable use and care of equipment.
• Serves as a resource to other members of the health care team.
• Attends inservices, conferences, and meetings as required.
• Communicates effectively and courteously with visitors, physicians, and their office staffs, patients, and employees. Maintains patient, physician, and employee privacy and confidentiality per policy.
• Maintains designated certifications such as CPR, as offered by the center.
• Acts in accordance with the vision, mission, and business philosophy of the Center.
• Complies with Policies and Procedures, and adheres to safety guidelines to ensure a safe work and patient care environment.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma / GED
• One to two years experience as a Scrub Tech or Surgical Processing in multiple specialties or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with physicians and all medical professionals.
• Demonstrated knowledge of sterile processing.
• Previous healthcare experience in any capacity.
• Current certification of BLS.

What We Offer

As an organization, one way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Availability of short- and long-term disability
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
• 401(k) and access to retirement planning
• Paid holidays and vacation

Pay range: $22.69- $32.90

Who We Are

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner. USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.