Surgical Technologist I (Per Diem) - Children's OR

UNC REX Healthcare; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an innovative healthcare provider, where you will assist in surgical procedures and ensure the highest standards of patient care. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, supporting a variety of surgical specialties. You will collaborate with a dedicated surgical team, utilizing state-of-the-art equipment while continuously learning and growing in your profession. If you are passionate about making a difference in pediatric healthcare and thrive in a supportive and inclusive workplace, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma and graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• One year of experience as a Surgical Technician in a comparable environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team during procedures and maintain sterile technique.
• Ensure the operating room is clean and organized before and during surgeries.
• Participate in training activities and self-education programs.

Skills

Surgical Assistance

Sterile Technique

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Surgical Instruments

Education

High School Diploma

Accredited Surgical Technology Program

Tools

Surgical Instruments

Job description

Description

Per Diem Surgical Tech Needed

UNC Medical Center Children's OR is a unit with six operating suites, averaging 20-25 cases per day. Our Children's OR staff are able to work in multiple service areas, including Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, ENT, Oral Maxillofacial, Burns, Ophthalmology, General Surgery, Plastics, Urology, and Dental Surgery. The OR uses new, innovative state of the art equipment that reinforces continuous learning opportunities. The Children's OR staff are collegial and supportive of each other. Surgeons, OR staff, Anesthesia team and all ancillary services work together daily to provide high quality care for the most acute pediatric patients in North Carolina.

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary:
Assists a surgical team in the care of patients undergoing surgical intervention.

Responsibilities:

1. Assists surgical team during the surgical procedures. Knows UNC instrument nomenclature. Anticipates surgical team needs. Knows sequence of various procedures within the following services: Orthopedic, Neuro/Ophth, CT/Vascular/Transplant, ENT/Plastic/Burns/Oral Maxillofacial, General/Urology, GYN/Pediatrics. Sets up according to UNC methods.
2. Follows safe practices according to UNC policies and procedures. Observes strict sterile technique. Observes others for breaks in sterile technique. Checks sterility of supplies and instrumentation. Checks autoclave indicators and tapes. Checks for holes in wrappers/filters/drapes. Checks instruments for signs of contamination (old blood in forceps, etc). Checks expiration dates. Checks and labels fluids and medications on sterile field accurately. Labels and notifies circular of specimens to be sent and handles specimens properly. Follows UNC count policy, initiates counts at appropriate times and communicates results to surgeons. Uses good body mechanics. Passes and handles sharps safely.
3. Helps maintain a safe, clean, efficient environment. Assures room is clean before bringing case into the OR. Assures needed supplies/positioning aids/equipment are available and clean. Helps restock OR when time permits. Uses supplies judiciously, refrains from opening "have available" supplies and instruments. Participates in reprocessing program.
4. Knows contents of individual baskets within following services: Orthopedic, Neuro/Ophth, CT/Vascular/Transplant, ENT/Plastic/Burn/Maxillofacial, General/Trauma, GYN/Pediatrics. Knows proper use of instruments. Keeps set-up tidy/organized throughout surgical procedure. Keeps instruments clean during procedure. Segregates instruments into appropriate baskets after case. Separates fine, sharp and lumened instruments. Sends all instruments to CPD free of gross blood/flushes lumens. Returns unused supplies and instruments to appropriate locations. Practices scrupulous scope care and documentation. Documents results of flash/steris/implant sterilization.
5. May also perform training activities to include assessing training needs of employees, composing and developing instructional training and orientation materials, conducting training and orientation on policies, procedures, and systems, developing training plans based on needs assessments, providing other support necessary for training such as purchasing training materials/systems, maintaining training records, and making logistical arrangements.
6. Participates in self/staff education/CQI programs. Attends CE presentations. Precepts new/current staff. Continues to expand knowledge base and cross train to other services, is willing to learn new techniques and procedures. Presents CE programs for team/staff. Participates in CQI studies/projects.

Other Information

Education Requirements:
● Requires high school diploma. Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
● No licensure or certification required.
Professional Experience Requirements:
● One (1) year of experience as a Surgical Technician in a comparable environment.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:

Job Details

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: UNC Medical Center

Organization Unit: Children's OR

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week: 6.00

Salary Range: $22.45 - $32.27 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Variable

Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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