SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST- OB/GYN- Per Diem

St. Joseph Hospital; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

St Joseph Hospital in Nashua, NH is seeking a Surgical Technologist to facilitate safe intraoperative procedures. The role requires maintaining sterile technique, assisting anesthesia and OR teams, and ensuring instrument and equipment readiness throughout the operation.

Qualifications include an associate degree or equivalent in Surgical Technology, BLS certification, and Surgical Technologist Certification preferred. This on-site position adheres to Covenant Health standards and policies.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in scrubbing, sterile field maintenance, and counts.
• Efficient task execution and time management in the OR.

Responsibilities

• Supports mission and values of Covenant Health.
• Prepares for procedures with emphasis on safety, efficiency, and cost control as part of the Surgical Team.
• Collaborates with the RN to perform intra-operative activities and support anesthesia and OR staff.
• Verifies equipment function and reports issues immediately.
• Adheres to aseptic technique and infection control standards per AORN/AST guidance.
• Ensures patient positioning and safe use of electrical and power equipment.
• Maintains unit policies and follows chain of command to resolve problems.
• Demonstrates initiative to assist the OR team during codes or critical events.
• Attends mandatory training and shares knowledge with new staff.

Skills

Sterile technique proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in Surgical Technology

Surgical Technologist Certification

BLS certification

Job description

Job Summary:

The Surgical Technologist functions to facilitate the safe and effective outcome of intraoperative surgical procedures. The Surgical Technologist processes expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique in accordance with the nursing practice standards established by the specific unit/department in accordance with the rules, and regulations and/or standards established by the State Board of Nursing, the Joint Commission for Accreditation of Health Care Organizations, AORN and AST and appropriate specialty organizations relevant to the patient population under their care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.
• Prepares for procedure by considering factors related to safety, quality, efficiency, and cost control, contributing to the Operating Room as an integral member of the Surgical Team.
• Collaborates and communicates with RN to perform intra-operative activities always recognizing that efficient and skillful technique will result in the optimal level of patient care.
• Ensures that all equipment is functioning properly and that all parts are accounted for. Any problem will be immediately reported to appropriate personnel.
• Knowledgeable, with strict adherence to policies & procedures related to aseptic technique and infection control according to the standards set by the Association of Operating Room Nurses and the Association of Surgical Technologists.
• Knowledgeable of patient positioning, the safe use of electrical and power equipment and of all equipment & instruments that will affect patient outcome.
• Adheres to policies & procedures related to safety.
• Knowledgeable of unit policies. Reads memos and required reading.
• Follows appropriate chain of command to resolve problems.
• Functions independently, taking initiative to facilitate department goals of efficiency, safety, and quality care, demonstrates ability to take initiative and assist Anesthesia and the OR team during patient code/critical situations.
• Respects the patient’s right to privacy, and confidentiality. Reduces patient exposure, traffic patterns, and noise in and out of the OR.
• Attends mandatory in-services for skills review and participates in learning activities designed to introduce competencies for new equipment and technologies.
• Shares knowledge with new personnel.
• Identifies own and staff learning needs to manager and staff development.
• Develops professional goals and objectives.
• Completes unit specific annual skills and mandatory hospital learning as assigned.
• Timekeeping is accurate and up to date.
• Assists, under the direction of NM in creation and maintenance of Preference Cards as requested.
• Reports to work prepared for duty at scheduled time.
• Maintains professional behavior, accepts responsibilities, and has knowledge of legal consequences of responsibilities and performance.
• Other duties as consistent with this role.

Job Requirements

Job Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrates proficiency related to scrubbing techniques by diligently maintaining sterile field and performing accurate instrument, sponge and sharp counts.
• Utilizes time effectively and ensures that delegated tasks and responsibilities have been satisfactorily completed.

Education and Experience

• Associate Degree preparation preferred.
• Surgical technologist Certification preferred
• BLS certification required

An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.

Americans with Disabilities Statement

Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity.

Standard of Business Conduct

Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct.

Covenant Health Mission Statement

We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.

Our Core Values:

Compassion

We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.

Integrity

We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.

Collaboration

We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.

Excellence

We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.

Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).

Comp Range:

$30.32 - $41.76

Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.

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