Surgical Technologist - Surgery Center

Davita Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join their team. In this role, you will prepare operating rooms, assist with surgical procedures, and maintain a sterile environment. The position requires an accredited Surgical Technology program graduate, with room for both part-time and full-time schedules. Competitive pay starts at $23.23 per hour, with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Benefits eligible for part-time and full-time

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of surgical technology; CST preferred.
• Operating or delivery room experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares operating rooms for surgical procedures by setting up surgical instruments and equipment.
• Assists surgeons during surgeries by passing instruments and maintaining sterility.
• Monitors patients' vital signs during surgeries.

Skills

Versatility

Adaptability

Asepsis and infection control

Education

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Program

Job description

Overview:

**0.8-1.0 FTE, 32 - 40 hours per week.

Day shift, Monday-Friday. Shifts vary daily between: 6:00am-2:30pm, 7:00am-3:30pm, 7:30am-4:00pm late shift.

Must be a graduate of approved school of surgical technology. CST preferred.

Associates degree preferred.**

Minimum pay is $23.23 per hour. Part-time - Full-time, benefits eligible.

Job Description Summary:

Prepares and assists in surgical procedures by setting up equipment, instruments, and sterile supplies.

Job Description:

Essential Functions:

• Prepares operating rooms for surgical procedures by setting up surgical instruments and equipment.
• Assists surgeons performing surgeries by passing instruments and supplies.
• Maintains a sterile environment in the operating room by following proper sterilization techniques.
• Monitors patients' vital signs during surgeries and reports any abnormalities to the surgical team.
• Handles specimens collected during surgeries and ensures they are properly labeled and sent to the laboratory for analysis.
• Cleans and restocks operating rooms after surgeries are completed.

Education Requirement:

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Program, required.

Licensure Requirement:

(not specified)

Certifications:

(not specified)

Skills:

• Demonstrates versatility and adaptability.
• Demonstrates a theoretical and clinical ability to conform to standards of asepsis and infection control.

Experience:

Operating or delivery room experience, preferred.

Physical Requirements:

OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Flexing/extending of neck, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Power Tools, Problem solving, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Sitting, Squat/kneel

FREQUENTLY: Computer skills, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Machinery, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Depth perception, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing - Far/near, Standing

Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:

Must be able to stand a minimum of 5 hours consecutively, frequently.


Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"