Surgical Technologist - University Hospital

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University’s University Hospital is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support intraoperative patient care in the Operating Room. The role primarily performs scrub duties across a variety of procedures and assists with routine unit tasks, while upholding infection control standards and patient confidentiality.

Under supervision of PCC-RN and perioperative managers, you will contribute to cost-effective, high-quality care, flexible with rotating shifts and on-site work at Doan

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED and completion of a formal Surgical Technology Training Program.
• Previous operating room experience as a Surgical Technologist is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Scrub role in a variety of surgical procedures and assist with routine unit tasks.
• Uphold universal precautions, infection control standards, and patient confidentiality.
• Provide emergency care as appropriate and support PCC-RN and perioperative managers.

Skills

Surgical Technology

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal Surgical Technology Training Program

Job description

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Job Title: Surgical Technologist - University Hospital Department: University Hospital - Operating Room

Scope/Position Summary

The ST performs technical skills related to interoperative patient care. The ST is generally assigned to perform the scrub role in various surgical procedures and also performs routine unit tasks. They provide emergency care measures as appropriate, and assist in meeting the patient’s emotional needs. The ST follows universal precautions, safe handling guidelines, and all other infection control standards. They provide for safety/security of self and others and follow special precautions as related to patient care. They maintain a clean/organized perioperative unit. The ST promotes a positive attitude to staff, families, and patient/guests as well as maintains patient confidentiality. The ST is an unclassified professional staff position working under direct supervision of PCC-RN and under the general supervision of perioperative Managers. The ST performs all tasks in a manner that is cost effective without compromising quality of care, meets hospital continuing education and certification requirements, upholds goals and objectives of the Department of Perioperative Services. The ST contributes to organizational effectiveness and demonstrates career growth a development. The ST works variable rotating shifts as assigned. Call is assigned on a rotating basis.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a high school graduate or possess the GED, and must have completed formal Surgical Technology Training Program. Previous experience in the Operating Room as Surgical Technologist is preferred.

Additional Information: Location: University Hospital - Doan Hall (0089); Position Type: Regular; Scheduled Hours: 40; Shift: Varying Shifts

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