Surgical Technologist II - Surgical Services - Per Diem - Flex - MHW

CO043 Memorial Hospital West; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hospital West is seeking a Surgical Technologist to facilitate safe and efficient surgical procedures. The role involves setting up sterile fields, passing instruments, assisting with patient positioning, and collaborating with the sterile processing team to ensure instrument safety and readiness.

The ideal candidate will have an accredited Surgical Technologist program and BLS certification, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and support the surgical team throughout

Qualifications

• Accredited Program: Surgical Technologist (Required)
• BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) – American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) – American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) – American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Cert Grace (BLS GRACE) – Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE)
• BLS Cert RedCross (BLS RC) – RedCross (REDCROSS)

Responsibilities

• Precept and mentor new staff members, fostering skill development and support orientation and onboarding.
• Handles, labels, and processes surgical specimens according to established protocols for safe and accurate delivery to the laboratory.
• Prepares the operating room by setting up sterile fields with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment, and supplies tailored to each case.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgical team by passing instruments, supplies, and equipment efficiently during procedures while maintaining strict sterile technique.
• Collaborates with the sterile processing team to decontaminate, prepare, and sterilize surgical instruments and supplies.
• Contributes to a safe and supportive environment by adhering to infection prevention, patient safety, and quality standards.
• Verifies that surgical instruments and equipment are functioning properly and promptly reports or addresses any issues.
• Monitors and accounts for instruments, sponges, and supplies throughout each procedure to ensure patient safety.
• Assists nursing staff in direct patient care, including preparation, transport, positioning, and draping of patients for surgery.

Skills

Patient care

Sterile technique

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Accredited Surgical Technologist program

BLS American Heart E-Card

BLS American Heart RQI E-Card

BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard

BLS Cert Grace

BLS Cert RedCross

Job description

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary

Facilitates the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Precept and mentor new staff members, fostering skill development and support orientation and onboarding.


• Handles, labels, and processes surgical specimens according to established protocols for safe and accurate delivery to the laboratory.


• Prepares the operating room by setting up sterile fields with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment, and supplies tailored to each case.


• Anticipates the needs of the surgical team by passing instruments, supplies, and equipment efficiently during procedures while maintaining strict sterile technique.


• Collaborates with the sterile processing team to decontaminate, prepare, and sterilize surgical instruments and supplies.


• Contributes to a safe and supportive environment by adhering to infection prevention, patient safety, and quality standards.


• Verifies that surgical instruments and equipment are functioning properly and promptly reports or addresses any issues.


• Monitors and accounts for instruments, sponges, and supplies throughout each procedure to ensure patient safety.


• Assists nursing staff in direct patient care, including preparation, transport, positioning, and draping of patients for surgery.

Competencies

• ACCOUNTABILITY


• CLINICAL POLICIES AND STANDARDS


• CUSTOMER SERVICE


• EQUIPMENT STERILIZATION


• PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE


• PATIENT SAFETY - NURSING


• RESPONDING TO CHANGE


• STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements

• Accredited Program: Surgical Technologist (Required)


• BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) – American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)


• BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) – American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)


• BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) – American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)


• BLS Cert Grace (BLS GRACE) – Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE)


• BLS Cert RedCross (BLS RC) – RedCross (REDCROSS)

Additional Job Information

Complexity of work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision with a positive disposition. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Required Work Experience

One (1) year of experience required.

Other Information

Certified Surgical Technologist certification (CST or TS-C) is preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping = 80%


• Climbing = 60%


• Keyboard Entry = 80%


• Kneeling = 80%


• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80%


• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%


• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%


• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%


• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%


• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%


• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%


• Reaching = 80%


• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 80%


• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%


• Running = 40%


• Sitting = 80%


• Squatting = 80%


• Standing = 80%


• Walking = 80%


• Audible Speech = 80%


• Hearing Acuity = 80%


• Smelling Acuity = 80%


• Taste Discrimination = 0%


• Depth Perception = 80%


• Distinguish Color = 80%


• Seeing - Far = 80%


• Seeing - Near = 80%


• Bio hazardous Waste = 80%


• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 80%


• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 80%


• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 80%


• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 80%


• Asbestos = 0%


• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 60%


• Dust = 60%


• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 80%


• Hazardous Chemicals = 60%


• Hazardous Medication = 0%


• Latex = 60%


• Computer Monitor = 80%


• Domestic Animals = 60%


• Extreme Heat/Cold = 60%


• Fire Risk = 80%


• Hazardous Noise = 40%


• Heating Devices = 80%


• Hypoxia = 0%


• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 80%


• Magnetic Fields = 0%


• Moving Mechanical Parts = 80%


• Needles/Sharp Objects = 80%


• Potential Electric Shock = 60%


• Potential for Physical Assault = 80%


• Radiation = 0%


• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%


• Unprotected Heights = 0%


• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 80%

Shift

Evenings

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer.

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