Surgical Technologist Ambulatory - PRN

Advocate Health; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Rock Hill, SC is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the operating room team. You will prepare and pass instruments, maintain sterility, and assist the RN circulator during procedures.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, current BLS, graduation from an accredited surgical technology program (or military training), and NBSTSA/NCCT certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification current required.
• Graduation from an accredited surgical technology program or military training in this field.
• NBSTSA or NCCT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure.
• Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with 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 judiciously and charges documented.
• Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion.
• Attends in-services and staff meetings and participates in Performance Improvement processes.
• Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals.
• Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Instrument preparation

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)

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.

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 is required.
• 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, Experience and Certifications

• 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.
• Current certification through NBSTSA or NCCT preferred.