Surgical Technologist

1000 Owensboro Health, Inc.; Leitchfield (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center is looking for a Surgical Technologist to assist physicians in procedural areas. This per diem position requires no prior experience and offers vital support in surgeries, including preparation and maintenance of equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, and must acquire certification as a Surgical Technologist and BLS within 90 days of hire. Flexibility to work in a stressful environment is essential.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• CST or TS-C certification required within 90 days.
• BLS certification required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepares surgical operating suite with supplies.
• Ensures working order of equipment.
• Assists with patient preparation and transport.
• Maintains sterile field during surgery.
• Accounts for instruments and supplies during surgery.
• Receives specimens for testing.
• Applies wound dressings and secures drainage systems.
• Provides visualization of the operative site.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Works under minimal supervision

Works in stressful environments

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CST - Certified Surgical Technologist

TS-C - Tech in Surgery-Certified

BLS - Basic Life Support

Job description

Weekend Requirements: As Needed

Work Hours: 7a-3;30 pm

Status: Per Diem/PRN - 0.0 FTE (less than 40 hours per pay period)

Entity: Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center

Department: Surgery

Job Summary

Provides assistance to physician and facilitates in procedural areas which includes invasive and non-invasive techniques.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepares surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Ensures good working order of equipment and instruments.
• Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning, and draping patients.
• Provides continuous surveillance and maintenance of sterile field.
• Passes instruments to physician during surgery.
• Continually accounts for number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery.
• Receives specimens for delivery for appropriate testing.
• Assists with application of wound dressings and securing of drainage system.
• Provides visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, retraction, sponging, suctioning, and irrigation.

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Department specific competencies for positions are detailed in the unit/department scope of service.

Position Requirements

• Work Experience: No experience required.
• Education: High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: CST - Certified Surgical Technologist through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required within 90 days of employment in this position OR TS-C - Tech in Surgery-Certified through National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required within 90 days of employment in this position AND BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position.

Organizational Responsibilities

Supports Owensboro Health's Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Additional Job Information

This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description. The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

Standard ADA Settings

• Standing: 75%
• Walking: 75%
• Sitting: 50%
• Lifting 0-25 lbs: 75%
• Lifting 25-75 lbs: 25%
• Lifting over 75 lbs: 25%
• Carrying 0-25 lbs: 75%
• Carrying 25-75 lbs: 25%
• Carrying over 75 lbs: 25%
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: 75%
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: 75%
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: 75%
• Climbing: 50%
• Bending/Stooping: 75%
• Kneeling: 50%
• Crouching/Crawling: 50%
• Reaching: 75%
• Talking: 75%
• Hearing: 75%
• Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: 25%
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: 75%
• Keyboard Data Entry: 75%
• Running: 50%
• Vision: Depth Perception: 75%
• Vision: Distinguish Color: 75%
• Vision: Seeing Far: 75%
• Vision: Seeing Near: 75%
• Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure: Risk Level: Low-Risk

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

• Integrity - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
• Respect - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
• Teamwork - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
• Innovation - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
• Service - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
• Excellence - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.

Owensboro Health is a nonprofit health system with a mission to heal the sick and to improve the health of the communities we serve in Kentucky and Indiana. The system includes Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, nationally recognized for design, architecture and engineering; Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital; Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center; the Owensboro Health Medical Group comprised of over 200 providers at more than 30 locations; three outpatient Healthplex facilities, a certified medical fitness facility, the Healthpark; a surgical weight loss center and program, and the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center.