Surgical Technologist

PARKVIEW HEALTH SYSTEM INC; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkview Health System Inc. in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Surgical Technologist for the Cardiovascular Operating Room, supporting the perioperative team to ensure safe patient care.

Must have a high school diploma or GED and be a graduate of a Surgical Technologist program; CST certification is required or obtained within 12 months, CPR certification required. Healthcare experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of Surgical Technologist program or evidence of prior Surgical Tech employment.

Responsibilities

• Under the Perioperative leader, assumes responsibility for assuring quality care as a health care team member within the Perioperative environment.
• Anticipates, plans for, and responds to the needs of the patient, surgeon, and other team members.
• Maintains confidentiality of information regarding patients, patient families, coworkers, and physicians.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Surgical Technologist program

Job description

• Fort Wayne, IN
• Parkview Regional Medical Center
• Cardiovascular Operating Room
• Allied Health
• 40
• Req #: 183856

Summary

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus! Eligible for $8/hour Advanced Clinical Care Differential after completion of competency requirements.

Responsibilities

Under the Perioperative leader, assumes responsibility and accountability for assuring quality care as a health care team member within the Perioperative environment. The scope of responsibility of the Surgical Technologist includes the ability to anticipate, plan for, and respond to the needs of the patient, surgeon, and other team members. Maintains confidentiality of information regarding patients, patient families, coworkers, and physicians.

Education

Must have a high school diploma or the equivalent GED. Must be a graduate of a Surgical Technologist program or must provide evidence of employment as a Surgical Technologist prior to July 1, 2009.

Licensure/Certification

Must have current Certified Surgical Technologist certification; or obtain certification within 12 months completion of a degree from an accredited school of surgical technology; or must provide evidence of employment as a certified surgical technologist prior to July 1, 2009; or must be a current valid licensed practitioner providing evidence of employment as a surgical technologist. Certification must be renewed every four years. Completes required 15 CEU credits annually. Must maintain current CPR certification.

Experience

Healthcare experience preferred.

Other Qualifications

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of general computer skills and applications. Must be able to lift 50 pounds; 100 pounds shared lifting.