Surgical Technologist II

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Terrapin Hill (MS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Terrapin Hill facility within Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation seeks a Surgical Technologist to assist in operative procedures under AST guidelines. You will arrange, inventory and maintain sterile setup, pass instruments, and support preparation of the surgical suite and patient transport.

Expected to uphold patient safety and AST standards. The role requires thorough intraoperative support, safe handling of equipment, ongoing education, and professional certification as required by

Qualifications

• Must communicate clearly in English, both written and verbal.
• Proficient with standard computer software and hospital information systems.
• Be a member of a professional organization or demonstrate active engagement in the field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performance of procedures for the surgical patient per policies.
• Provide intraoperative care with the surgical team.
• Utilize equipment and supplies safely and effectively based on patient needs.
• Demonstrate technical accountability in duties performed.
• Participate in ongoing educational activities and complete assigned goals.

Skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Professional organization

Education

English communication skills

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

Functions under the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) guidelines for performance. Handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Assists surgical team during operation/procedure by arranging, inventorying and maintaining sterile set up for operation, and passes items as needed. Assists in preparation of surgical suite, moving patients, and in cleaning. Provides aid in exposure, homeostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out safe operation with optimal results for the patient within AST standards. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assists in performance of procedures for the surgical patient in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Assists in providing intraoperative care.
• Provides and utilizes equipment and supplies based on patient needs in a safely and adequate manner.
• Performs activities that demonstrate technical accountability.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Experience

• #N/A

Minimum Required

• Three (3) years of Surgical Technologist experience in an operating room or Certification through an approved accreditation body as required by the state in which services are rendered.

Education

Minimum Required

• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.

Training

Minimum Required

• 20 Hours of continuing education annually as required to maintain certification based on state laws

Preferred/Desired

• 20 Hours of continuing education annually as required to maintain certification based on state laws

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Computer literacy. Be a member of a professional organization.

Licensure

Minimum Required

• Hold current national certification through appropriate/approved accreditation body as required by state where services are rendered. BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE