Surgical Technologist

Ortho Rhode Island; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Generous PTO

Job summary

Ortho Rhode Island is hiring a Surgical Technologist for our Warwick, RI facility. The role focuses on delivering safe patient care in the operating/procedure room, under RN supervision, with emphasis on sterile technique and instrument handling.

The position requires a High School diploma and BLS certification, plus at least one year of OR experience. You will work Monday-Friday days with generous benefits and opportunities for growth within a leading orthopedic group.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• BLS required.
• Any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• At least one year of experience as a Surgical Technician in the OR.

Responsibilities

• Delivers safe patient care according to OrthoRI policy and procedure.
• Responds to patient care needs in emergencies under direction of the Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse.
• Meets patients and families learning needs as identified in the plan of care.
• Functions as a certified scrub technician in the operating room under the direction of the RN.
• Assists with care, preparation, maintenance, and after-care of sterile and un-sterile supplies and equipment.
• Uses sterilizers, high-level disinfectors, instrument washers, and other processors.
• Understands operating room equipment according to guidelines and procedures.
• Stocking, replenishing and preparation of supplies.
• Checks updated schedule every morning and prepares room supplies.
• Participates in performance appraisals and supports ongoing improvement.
• Complies with HIPAA and OSHA regulations.

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Details:

Level: Experienced, Job Location: Warwick, RI 02886, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School or Equivalent, Salary Range: $28.75 - $35.95 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Health Care, Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30 am to 3:00 pm

Who we are:

Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most – patient care. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. The Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Ortho Rhode Island is a world-class group of talented providers and professionals, all working together to offer value and quality in everything we do. Each Ortho Rhode Island team member is dedicated to thinking like a patient, and to offering the best experience in our industry, driven by our core values: delivering on our word, respecting each other, innovating in orthopedics, valuing every individual, and engaging our community.

What you’ll do:

The Surgical Technologist (ST) is responsible for the provision of patient care to meet identified patient outcomes, and to achieve the goals of the facility as directed by the Registered Nurse. The ST performs duties according to scope of practice designated by OrthoRI and in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of the company.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Delivers safe patient care according to OrthoRI policy and procedure
• Demonstrates ability to respond to patient care needs in an emergency and under direction of Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse
• Demonstrates ability to meet patients and family's learning needs as identified in the plan of care under the direction of the Clinical Leader/Registered Nurse
• Functions as a certified scrub technician in the operating room/procedure room under the direction of the Registered Nurse
• Assists with care, preparation, maintenance, and after-care of sterile and un-sterile supplies and equipment
• Demonstrates ability to understand and use sterilizers, high-level disinfectors, instrument washers, and other designated processors
• Demonstrates understanding of operating room/procedure room technical equipment according to manufacturer’s guidelines, policy and procedures
• Assists with stocking, replenishing and preparation of supplies
• Checks updated schedule every morning and prepares room supplies and equipment
• Participates in scheduled performance appraisals and demonstrates dedication to ongoing performance improvement
• Responsibly demonstrates and the importance of continuing education to the performance of facility responsibilities and growth in profession
• Communicates all relevant patient information to physician, Facility Manager, and appropriate staff in a safe and confidential manner
• Performs all other duties as assigned by management
• Compliance with HIPAA and OSHA regulations

Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• BLS required
• Any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• At least one year of experience as a Surgical Technician in the OR

What we offer:

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Dynamic environment
• Access to a diverse network of practitioners
• Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience
• Competitive Compensation
• Generous PTO
• Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”).