Surgical Technologist Ambulatory II - Operating Room

Advocate Health; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the operating room team in Rock Hill, SC. Responsibilities include maintaining aseptic technique, preparing and organizing supplies and instruments, and assisting the Registered Nurse circulator with patient prep and room turnover.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, current BLS for Healthcare Providers, and at least 2 years of OR experience. Additional NBSTSA/NCCT certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider required.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program or equivalent military training.
• Minimum of 2 years operating room experience as a surgical technologist.
• Current NBSTSA or NCCT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain aseptic technique and assist in preparing supplies and instruments.
• Assist RN circulator in patient prep, supplies, and room turnover.
• Prepare instruments for sterilization and monitor sterility of supplies.
• Work with department policy and procedures.
• Document and submit charges accurately for supplies used.
• Participate in staff trainings and Performance Improvement processes.
• Support development of policies, procedures, and standards.
• May serve as a clinical resource or preceptor.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS for Healthcare Provider

Surgical Technology program or military OR tech training

2 years OR experience as surgical technologist

NBSTSA or NCCT certification preferred

Job description

Essential Functions:

• Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application.
• Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with all aspects of room turnover.
• Performs duties according to department policy and procedure.
• Monitors surgical supplies and instrumentation for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used in a judicious manner, charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately.
• Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion.
• Attends in-services/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department related issues and participates in Performance Improvement Process.
• Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals.
• Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards.
• May serve as a preceptor and a clinical resource to others.
• Assists in maintenance and completion of individual specified unit clinical projects as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Works with occasional intermittent noise and exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, and chemicals.
• Ability to communication and write.
• Strenuous physical effort will require walking, stretching, bending, climbing stairs, twisting, and squatting or kneeling while performing tasks.
• May have lengthy periods of standing.
• Requires frequent use of side vision, lifting, pushing, and pulling.
• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds.
• Use of both hands and all fingers and is required to use hands for gripping, speed work and precision during the operation equipment/instruments and movement/positioning of surgical patients.
• Vision and hearing for distances of up to twenty 20 feet is required, depth perception and able to distinguish basic colors isrequired.
• Ability to work for lengthy, or irregular work hours, rotating shifts, working on hard surfaces, being near moving equipment, changes in temperature, humidity, and exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens.

Education, Training, and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist.
• 2 years of operating room experience in surgical technologist role required.
• Current certification through NBSTSA or NCCT preferred.