Surgical Technologist - Operating Room / OR (Days)

Licking Memorial Hospital; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Licking Memorial Hospital in Newark, OH is seeking a Surgical Technologist for the Operating Room (Days). Under supervision of the RN/physician, you will assist surgeons with instrumentation and support complex procedures in the OR, ensuring patient safety from infants to geriatric populations.

You will maintain sterile technique, prepare supplies, verify the surgical site, and label medications on the field, contributing to a high standard of care in LMHS’s diverse hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Surgical Technology required.
• Interpersonal skills essential for interactions with staff, patients and families.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures in the OR.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons with instrumentation in the OR.
• Prepare and obtain supplies and equipment per case.
• Verify surgical site per protocol.
• Verify and label medications on the surgical field.
• Maintain sterile technique and safety protocols.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associates Degree in Surgical Technology

Job description

Surgical Technologist - Operating Room / OR (Days)

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.

When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.

Position Summary

Under assessment and supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or physician and according to established policies and procedures, assists surgeons with instrumentation in performing various, complex technical surgical procedures in the Operating Room. Job requires the knowledge, skills and abilities to provide age-related care from infants through geriatric population. Must possess interpersonal skills to effectively interact with hospital staff, offices, patients, families and guests. Accountable to the patient and family for care provided, and to the director of surgical services for the totality of work performance. Meets all standards and requirements of the LMH universal job description

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of instrumentation used in the OR suite
• Protect equipment from damage due to improper handling or use troubleshoot equipment problems
• Obtain and prepare supplies and equipment by physician preference for each case
• Verify surgical site per protocol
• Verify and label all medication from circulator on surgical field
• Accurately collect and label tissue and surgical suites

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Surgical Technology required.
• Assist in maintaining clean equipment and surgical suites
• Attend all mandatory in-services
• Stocks rooms and returns unused supplies daily
• Policy & Procedure revisions assigned
• Use standard precautions
• Safe operation of all electrosurgical and power equipment
• Demonstrate knowledge and consistent practice of sterile technique
• LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.

Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors protected by law.

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