Surgical Technologist II Southwest Facility

CommonSpirit Health Philanthropy; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a dedicated Surgical Technologist to join their surgery team. This role is vital in providing expert support to the surgical staff and ensuring patient care is delivered with the utmost professionalism and confidentiality. Candidates should have a strong background in surgical technology, with a commitment to maintaining a sterile environment and adhering to safety protocols. Join a team that values compassionate care and has a rich history of serving the community for over a century. This opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience or current graduate student of an accredited program.
• CPR certification and National Surgical Tech Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise as a scrub nurse and assist the surgical team.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and care across all age groups.

Skills

Surgical Technology

Patient Care

CPR Certification

Sterile Field Maintenance

Education

High School/GED

Surgical Technology Program

Job description

Overview

Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy Hospitals have a history of caring for our community that goes back more than 100 years. We provide a broad range of medical and surgical services including minimally invasive and outpatient options. Our family of services includes the area's only inpatient oncology unit, the Orthopedic, Spine, and Hand Center, Family Birth Center, the Lactation Support Center and retail store, and many others. Mercy Hospital Downtown is a 194-bed facility located in downtown Bakersfield. Mercy Hospital Southwest is a 78-bed facility and the only hospital located in the rapidly growing area west of Highway 99. Mercy Hospital is a member of Dignity Health and is a trusted community partner, serving residents of Bakersfield and Kern County with quality, compassionate care since 1910. Learn more here.

Responsibilities

The Surgical Technologist (ST) is an integral component of the surgery team, providing expertise as a scrub nurse. The ST works closely with the Registered Nurse to plan and provide care to the operative patient and to meet the needs of the surgeon. The ST provides appropriate patient care according to the patient's age, including neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. Maintaining patient confidentiality in accordance with Administrative Policy is essential.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• At least 2 years of experience, current graduate student of an accredited program, or near completion of such a program.
• High School/GED or 2 years of equivalent work experience. Surgical Techs who began working after 1997 must be graduates of an accredited Surgical Technology program or have completed a Surgical Tech Certification Program.
• CPR certification (AHA) is required.
• Hires after 09/09/2018 must have a National Surgical Tech Certification or a minimum of 5 years of related field experience.
• Ability to scrub, set up, and maintain a sterile field, and perform duties of a Surgical Technologist across all surgery specialties.

Please note that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing requirement is fulfilled through internal resources; external RQI providers are not accepted for compliance.