Surgical Technologist - GI-Endoscopy

Duke University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Health Integrated Practice is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join their dynamic team in Raleigh. In this role, you will support surgical operations by maintaining sterile environments and preparing patients for surgical procedures. This entry-level position offers a $10,000 commitment bonus, day shifts, and no weekends, providing a strong foundation for your career in surgical technology.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position for new graduates with up to 18 months of experience.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Must advance to Level II within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining sterile field and proper instrumentation.
• Performs duties in accordance with department policies and safety practices.
• Educates and helps new staff and students in the surgical environment.

Skills

Service Excellence

Instrumentation knowledge

Sterile technique

Communication

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology program

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

Duke Health Integrated Practice

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Health Integrated Practice, which comprises more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of Duke Health's mission across the state of North Carolina.

$10, 000 Commitment Bonus for qualifying candidates!

JOB LOCATION:

Duke GI-Endoscopy of Raleigh - 3480 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh NC

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Level I

• New graduate with up to 18 months of full-time equivalent experience.
• Perform all responsibilities in a manner that demonstrates Service Excellence towards patients, physicians, peers and other departments. Assume responsibility for upholding the policies and procedures of the department and organization.
• Demonstrates eagerness to learn, takes direction, adapts to changes within unit, demonstrates consistent progress toward Level II.
• Establishes and maintains sterile field and assures team maintains sterile environment. Demonstrate and practice a good understanding of sterile technique.
• Has a basic knowledge of instrumentations. Prepare Operating Room with appropriate instrumentation, equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrates correct and safe instrumentation passing and performs sponge, needle and instrument counts in a safe and accurate manner.
• Maintain technical skills to serve a patient population comprised of infancy to geriatric clients.
• Take calls and rotate shifts as required under the direction of a registered nurse.
• For Surgical Technologists with a dual role in an ambulatory environment, additional responsibilities may include: prepare patients for examinations and procedures in the surgical clinic setting; assist the physician during patient examination and procedures in the clinic; collect and label laboratory specimens for processing; reinforce postoperative instructions under direction of physician or RN; assist with incoming and outgoing patient calls under supervision of physician or RN; remove sutures/ staples, change sterile and non-sterile dressings, following DUHS policies and procedures, under direction of RN or physician; perform other clinical functions as delegated and supervised by the RN or physician; schedule and post surgical cases; coordinate complex scheduling of cases which require additional surgical support; update and file patient medical records.
• Must advance to level II within 18 months.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Level II

• Perform all the duties and responsibilities of Level I, plus the following:
• Assist with the teaching of newly hired technologists and student technologists.
• Serve as a role model to new employees and other staff members.
• Establish and maintain sterile field and assure team maintains sterile environment independently.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team.
• Apply basic knowledge of instrumentations to several cases.
• Demonstrate appropriate and correct case preparation.
• Competent at unit level.
• Corrects deficiencies at the case level.
• Communicate effectively with patients, staff members and physicians.
• Adherence to standards including but not limited to unit and hospital policies and procedures, regulatory standards, and patient safety goals.
• Assume responsibility for self and ensures that the policies, procedures and safety practices of the Operating Room and Hospital are reinforced.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program or the successful completion of the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) certification exam.

• Level I- Entry level position for new graduates of Surgical Technology program or Surgical Technologists with 0 to 18 months experience.

• Level II- Requires 6 to 12 months of full-time equivalent Surgical Technology or relevant military experience.

JOB HOURS:

The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.

Job Code: 00004156 SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST
Job Level: E2

Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.

Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.

This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.