Surgical Technologist I

Saint Francis Hospital South, L.L.C.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital South, L.L.C. in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Full-Time Surgical Technologist to support operating room procedures. Under direct supervision of a registered nurse, the technologist assists with instrument handling, asepsis, and case turnover to ensure efficient surgeries.

Candidates must graduate from an ABHES/CAAHEP accredited Surgical Technology program and hold NBSTSA or NCCT certification; CPR certification is required. 0-2 years of related experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of ABHES/CAAHEP accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Certified by NBSTSA or NCCT; CPR certification.
• 0-2 years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintains sterile field and anticipates instrumentation for procedures.
• Prepares and passes instruments, sutures, and supplies.
• Maintains correct counts of sponges, needles, and instruments with RN.
• Facilitates case turnover and patient flow.
• Assists with high-level disinfection and environmental tasks.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Sterile field maintenance

Surgical instruments

Team collaboration

Education

Surgical Technology program

ABHES/CAAHEP accredited

NBSTSA/NCCT certification

CPR certification

Job description

Current Saint Francis Employees - Please click HERE to login and apply.Full TimeMonday-Friday 3pm-11pmCall RequiredJob Summary: Under direct supervision of a registered nurse, performs the duties of a primary or secondary surgical technologist in surgical procedures.Minimum Education: Graduate of a Surgical Technology Program accredited by Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs (CAAHEP) or by the State.Licensure, Registration and/or Certification: Certified through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). CPR certification.Work Experience: 0-2 years of related experience.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Basic knowledge of aseptic technique. Ability to prepare and maintain a sterile field. Basic knowledge of surgical instrumentation.Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Creates and maintains sterile field, anticipates and provides instrumentation and supplies necessary to perform surgery. Facilitates patient flow through case turnover. Performs environmental activities to maintain asepsis of operating room. Anticipates needs in instruments, sutures, sponges, and supplies according to technique procedure, and special requirements. Maintains correct sponge, needle, and instrument count with registered nurse and reports discrepancies as policy requires. Performs high level disinfection. Develops and demonstrates competency in specialty team cases and can serve as a preceptor. Demonstrates competencies in multiple specialties. Makes changes in surgeon's preference cards per surgeon requests to keep them current.Decision Making: Independent judgment in planning sequence of operations and making minor decisions in complex technical or professional field.Working Relationships: Works directly with patients and/or customers. Works with internal/external customers. Works with other healthcare professionals and staff. Works frequently with individuals at director level or above.Special Job Dimensions: Responds to and must take emergency call, if applicable.Supplemental Information: This document generally describes the essential functions of the job and the physical demands required to perform the job. This compilation of essential functions and physical demands is not all inclusive nor does it prohibit the assignment of additional duties.Surgery - South CampusLocation:Tulsa, Oklahoma 74133Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Use and Patient Protection Act (OMMA), a safety sensitive position is defined as any job that includes tasks or duties that the employer believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others. This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position. This statute allows employers to lawfully refuse to hire applicants for safety-sensitive jobs or to discipline or discharge employees who work in safety-sensitive jobs if they test positive for marijuana, even if they have a valid license to use medical marijuana.EOE Protected Veterans/Disability