Surgical Technologist Certified Lead - Olympia Hills Surgery Center

Christus Health; Town of Texas, Centerbrook (WI, CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Surgical Technologist Certified Lead to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will perform a variety of technical duties to ensure the highest standards of patient care and safety in the operating room. You will lead a team, mentor new staff, and collaborate closely with nurses to enhance operational efficiency. This full-time position offers an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment dedicated to patient well-being. If you have a passion for surgical technology and a commitment to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Requires 3 years of experience as a surgical technologist in a hospital or surgery center.
• BLS certification and CST certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in preparing and caring for pre-operative patients.
• Provides leadership and support for improving operational efficiencies.
• Mentors and coaches orientees in the surgical team.

Skills

Surgical Technology

Aseptic Techniques

Patient Care

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Surgical Technology Program Completion

Job description

Surgical Technologist Certified Lead - Olympia Hills Surgery Center

Performs a variety of technical duties to assist in preparing and caring for pre-operative patients. Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards. Maintains aseptic techniques; actively monitors situations which could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Provides comfort and support for pre-operative patients by demonstrating sensitivity to patient's care and privacy. Transports patients to and from Operating Room suite. Positions patients according to type of surgery. Identifies and cares for biological specimens. Prepares the Operating Room by setting up tables, instruments and supplies according to type of case. High School Diploma, CST certification.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
  
• Under the direction of a professional nurse, performs all processes that relate to the delivery of direct patient care and assistance care in the OR prior, during and after any surgical procedure.
  
• As the lead tech for a service line, provides leadership, education, direction, support and facilitation for improving operational efficiencies within specific service.
  
• Includes care preparation, surgeon preferences, instrumentation, turn-over times and inventory management.
  
• Daily collaboration with RN Service Line Coordinator.
  
• Is a mentor/coach for orientees.
  
• Ability to proficiently scrub 3 specialty areas including but not limited to: Transplants, Open Heart, Urology, Neurology, Titanium Rib, Robotics etc. is highly preferred.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
  

Completion of the Surgical Technology program is required

Experience

• 3 years of experience as a surgical technologist in a hospital or surgery center setting required
  
• 5 years of experience preferred
  

Lead Tech experience or proven track record as a Surgical Technologist is preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS required
  
• Certification of Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting required

Work Schedule:

TBD

Work Type:

Full Time

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