Surgical Technologist 2

Davita Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a dedicated Surgical Technologist 2 to enhance surgical operations. The role involves demonstrating advanced knowledge in the surgical environment, collaboration with the surgical team, and ensuring patient safety through efficient instrumentation management. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience, certifications, and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Tuition and student loan assistance

Mental health support for team members

Paid time off and flexible schedules

Qualifications

• 1 Year Surg Tech experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge in surgical techniques.
• Must maintain a sterile field during procedures.

Responsibilities

• Anticipates needs of the surgeon during surgery.
• Keeps circulating nurse informed about patient care needs.
• Serves as a resource in specialty areas and performs preceptor roles.

Skills

Knowledge of anatomy

Aseptic techniques

Collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Virginia Registered Surgical Technologist License

Job description

Alexandria Hospital - Operating Room is looking for a dedicated Surgical Technologist 2 to join the team. Full-Time Days

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Featured Benefits:

• Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.


• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.


• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.


• Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.


• Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and remote and hybrid career opportunities.

Surgical Technologist 2 Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates advanced knowledge and practice in the role of the first scrub. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of anatomy and is able to anticipate the required instrumentation for each step of a surgical procedure.


• Expedites the operative procedure by anticipating the needs of the surgeon.


• Keeps the circulating nurse informed of upcoming patient care needs.


• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of aseptic and surgical techniques.


• Establishes and maintains an organized sterile field and applies principles of asepsis.


• Demonstrates collaboration with other team members in planning/giving patient care. Actively shares knowledge with staff regarding instrument sets/techniques and procedures. Demonstrates appropriate use of emergency equipment, supplies, and resources.


• Serves as a resource in at least 2 specialty areas/procedures.


• Performs in preceptor role for new & experienced staff in the scrub role.


• May perform additional duties as assigned.

Surgical Technologist 2 Requirements

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent


• Experience: 1 Year Surg Tech experience or equivalent


• Certification: Basic Life Support-American Heart Association


• License: VirginiaRegistered Surgical Technologist