Surgical Technologist 2

Inova Health System; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technologist 2 for their Falls Church facility. This role involves demonstrating advanced surgical knowledge, maintaining sterile environments, and collaborating with a dynamic team to ensure optimal patient care. With a commitment to team member health, the organization offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, retirement matching, and tuition assistance. Join a forward-thinking company that values work/life balance and supports your professional development in a rewarding environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Retirement Matching

Tuition Assistance

Mental Health Support

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Remote and Hybrid Opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 year of surgical tech experience or equivalent is required.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon during procedures.
• Maintain an organized sterile field and apply aseptic principles.
• Collaborate with team members in patient care planning.

Skills

Surgical Techniques

Anatomy Knowledge

Aseptic Techniques

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

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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