Surgical Technologist Certified- OR (FT- 1.0 FTE, Variable Shift)

Bozeman Health; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra pay for night & weekend coverage

Job summary

Bozeman Health is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to join our operating room team in a fast-paced hospital environment. This role functions as the scrub person under the surgeon and RN, ensuring safe patient care, instrument readiness, and proper technique during procedures.

Night and weekend coverage carries extra pay, and candidates should have completed a surgical technologist program (or equivalent) and be BLS certified. On-call may be required per schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Graduate of accredited Surgical Technologist program or equivalent military program
• American Heart Association BLS Certified
• Surgical Technologist Preferred 1 year experience in acute care operating room.

Responsibilities

• Ensure case carts completed per preference cards.
• Coordinate instrumentation with OR staff and sterile processing throughout the day for scheduled and non-scheduled cases.
• Review daily schedule with the charge nurse and the day coordinator of sterile processing identifying possible turnover delays and scheduling issues.
• Manage core phone and communications, delegate duties, and coordinate breaks.
• Procure necessary items for SPD and Surgical Services; coordinate with materials management regarding supply utilization.

Skills

Ability to work in busy environment

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Graduate of accredited Surgical Technologist program

Military surgical technologist program

American Heart Association BLS Certified

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Extra Pay for Night & Weekend Coverage — Join Our Team Today!

Position Summary:

The Surgical Technologist Certified functions in the role of scrub person. Works under the supervision of the surgeon and the R.N. to ensure that the O.R. environment is safe, equipment functions properly and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Must possess expertise in the theory and application of surgical technique, human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation of tools and technologies to facilitate safe care of the patient during invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required High School Diploma or Equivalent Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program; or equivalent military surgical technologist program American Heart Association BLS Certified Surgical Technologist Preferred 1 year surgical technologist experience in acute care operating room

Essential Job Functions:

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements. Responsible for assuring completion of case carts according to preference cards. Recognizes and interprets preference cards for the procuring of instruments and supplies Communicates clearly with operating room staff and sterile processing staff members to coordinate instrumentation throughout the day for scheduled and non-scheduled cases. Reviews daily schedule with the charge nurse and the day coordinator of sterile processing identifying possible turnover delays and scheduling issues Assumes responsibility for the core phone and communications inherent with the position, delegates duties accordingly and coordinates breaks and lunches with appropriate individuals. Resource for the departments of SPD and Surgical Services for the procurement of necessary items, both supply and instrumentation, for scheduled and non-scheduled surgical procedures. Communicates and coordinates with materials management in regards to supply utilization and deployment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment Ability to work varied shifts Strong emotional intelligence, interpersonal and teamwork skills Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times Creativity, problem analysis and decision making Detail oriented, organizational skills and the ability to prioritize Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality

Schedule Requirements:

This role requires regular and sustained attendance. The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts. On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting (Repeatedly – 50 pounds): Exerting force occasionally and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
• Sit (Occasionally): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Stand (Repeatedly): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Walk (Repeatedly): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
• Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.
• Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Repeatedly): Twisting, bending, and stooping require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
• Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
• Push/Pull (Repeatedly): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
• Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.
• Vision (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.
• Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
• Exposures (Continuously): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases are caused by contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses. Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.

*Frequency Key: Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%). The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.

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