Surgical Technologist/Surg Tech - Mercy Health Cincinnati Ohio All Locations

Mercy Health; Batavia (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join their exceptional team in Ohio. This role involves facilitating surgical procedures, maintaining the sterile field, and preparing instruments. Ideal candidates will have an Associate Degree in Surgical Technology and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology training program or equivalent experience.
• One year perioperative experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word).

Responsibilities

• Facilitates operative procedures by preparing and providing required sterile instruments.
• Maintains the sterile field and anticipates needs of the surgical team.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for processing.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Aseptic technique

Communication

Education

2 year/Associates Degree in Surgical Technology

Job description

Surgical Technologist/Surg Tech - Mercy Health Cincinnati Ohio All Locations

Surgical Technologist/Surg Tech - Mercy Health Cincinnati Ohio All Locations

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Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

Facilitates the operative or other invasive procedure by preparing and providing the required sterile instruments, supplies and equipment. Maintains the sterile field and anticipates and responds to the needs of the surgical team.

• Provides complete case preparation and has knowledge of special instruments, supplies, and equipment needs to the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Demonstrates knowledge of patients rights and responsibilities according to the patients age and understanding. Demonstrates understanding of patients Advance Directives.
• Functions as the scrub person during operative and other invasive procedures by: assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure. Preparing and organizing sterile supplies and instrument for the procedure. Performing surgical counts with the circulating RN according to policy. Assisting with placement of sterile drapes. Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure. Maintains an organized sterile field and ensures the sterility of the field by taking corrective action as needed. Maintains aseptic technique. Retrieves and collects specimens and labels those specimens appropriately and correctly.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for processing and transport them to the decontamination area. Holding room. Assists with post procedure cleaning of the operative or invasive procedure room and preparation of room subsequent patients.
• Displays and promotes teamwork. Demonstrates flexibility regarding unit/area staffing and scheduling needs. Maintains personal grooming and attire consistent with policy. Pursues professional development and personal development. Participates in ongoing educational and competency verification activities.
• Promotes cost containment efforts and performance improvement initiatives. Participates in financial accountability by utilizing resources in a cost conscious manner. Participates in all patient safety care measures.
  
  

MINIMUM EDUCATION

Required Minimum Education: 2 year/Associates Degree

Specialty/Major: KY: Graduate of an accredited surgical technology training program or equivalent experience

Specialty/Major: Ohio: Graduate of an accredited surgical technology training program or equivalent experience

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS (must Be Non-expired/active Unless Otherwise Stated)

Required: BLS

Preferred: Certified Surgical Tech (CST)

Minimum Years and Type of Experience: One year perioperative experience preferred.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word,)

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
  
  

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services and Hospitals and Health Care

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