Technologist-Surgical II

Baptist; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Memphis, Tennessee, is seeking a skilled Surgical Technologist to assist during surgical procedures. The role requires three years of experience in an operating room and current national certification. Responsibilities include managing surgical instruments and supplies and providing intraoperative care. Candidates must also possess effective communication skills and complete BLS certification within 14 days of hire. This position is integral to ensuring safe and efficient surgical operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Surgical Technologist in an operating room.
• Standard English communication skills in written, oral, and verbal format.
• Current national certification required.
• BLS certification required within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team during operations and procedures.
• Manage instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures.
• Participate in ongoing educational activities.
• Provide intraoperative care based on established policies.

Skills

Effective communication

Technical skills

Computer literacy

Education

Certification through an approved accreditation body

Three years of Surgical Technologist experience

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

Functions under the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) guidelines for performance. Handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Assists surgical team during operation/procedure by arranging, inventorying and maintaining sterile set up for operation, and passes items as needed. Assists in preparation of surgical suite, moving patients, and in cleaning. Provides aid in exposure, homeostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out safe operation with optimal results for the patient within AST standards. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Assists in performance of procedures for the surgical patient in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Assists in providing intraoperative care.
• Provides and utilizes equipment and supplies based on patient needs in a safely and adequate manner.
• Performs activities that demonstrate technical accountability.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

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Minimum Required

• Three (3) years of Surgical Technologist experience in an operating room or Certification through an approved accreditation body as required by the state in which services are rendered.
• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.
• 20 Hours of continuing education annually as required to maintain certification based on state laws.
• Computer literacy. Be a member of a professional organization.
• Hold current national certification through appropriate/approved accreditation body as required by state where services are rendered. BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE.

Preferred/Desired

• 20 Hours of continuing education annually as required to maintain certification based on state laws.
• Certification through an approved accreditation body as required by the state in which services are rendered.

Licensure

• Hold current national certification through appropriate/approved accreditation body as required by state where services are rendered. BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE.