Urology Surgical Tech Coordinator

CHI; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 38,531 - 57,308; Full time

Job summary

CHI is seeking a Surgical Technician for the Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy, focused on patient-centered care. The role involves evaluating requests for surgical instruments, coordinating specific case needs, and managing inventory items.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, Surgical Technology training, and at least 2 years of experience in an acute surgical setting. This position offers a pay range of $27.97 to $41.60 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in an acute surgical or GI clinical setting.
• Knowledge of medical and surgical asepsis and infection control principles.
• Ability to work with diverse education levels.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate surgeon requests for new instruments.
• Coordinate specific surgical case needs with the team.
• Inventory specialty items and manage costs.

Skills

Knowledge of surgical instrumentation

Effective communication skills

Time management skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of Surgical Technology training

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

• Evaluate surgeon requests for new instruments with the OR RN Clinical Coordinator.
• Coordinate with the OR RN Clinical Coordinator, Sterile Processing manager, vendors, and surgeon offices for specific surgical case needs.
• Inventory specialty items, manage checkout dates on products, and consult product representatives about costs and requested products; periodically review specialty case cart supplies, custom packs, etc., to determine cost effectiveness.
• Work with the OR RN Clinical Coordinator and Billing & Documentation specialist on preference cards and preference card changes.
• Act as a preceptor for all new staff members.
• Provide input in the hiring process.
• Serve as a resource for the OR RN Clinical Coordinator regarding changes and management of equipment, personal preference cards, or staffing issues.
• Identify educational needs for the team and surgeons and facilitate, in conjunction with the Clinical Educator, in-services for new equipment or instruments and staff orientation.
• Be knowledgeable of surgical standards, policies, and procedures related to the Surgical Technician role and ensure team members follow them appropriately.
• Take “call” as assigned and scrub for specialty procedures as well as other OR procedures.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of Surgical Technology training at an accredited school or completion of the Surgical Tech On the Job training orientation program.
• Minimum of 2 years in an acute surgical setting or GI clinical setting.
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and associated care; knowledge of surgical supplies and equipment; knowledge of medical and surgical asepsis and infection control principles.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission standards, ability to work with different levels of education and backgrounds, and demonstrate effective oral and written communication and time management skills.

Where You'll Work

At CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy, our focus is patient-centered care. Our level I trauma center and academic medical center campus is designed to heal the body, mind, and spirit of every person in a more comfortable, less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services includes trauma services, heart and vascular care, emergency services, surgery, maternity, cancer care, and diagnostic imaging.

Pay Range

$27.97 - $41.60 /hour