Surgical Technologist

Parkview Health; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technologist to join their Perioperative team. This role is crucial for ensuring quality patient care in a fast-paced operating room environment. You will be responsible for anticipating the needs of patients and surgeons, maintaining confidentiality, and demonstrating excellent communication skills. If you are a certified professional with a passion for healthcare and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity offers a rewarding career path with full-time benefits and a supportive team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Must have current Certified Surgical Technologist certification.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for quality care in the Perioperative environment.
• Anticipates and responds to the needs of patients and surgeons.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

General computer skills

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate of a Surgical Technologist program

Job description

Summary

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.

Location: Parkview Health · Operating Room
Schedule: Full Time Benefit Eligible, Days, 3 - 12 hour shifts