Surgical Technologist I - Atrium Health Lincoln Evenings
Surgical Technologist I - Atrium Health Lincoln Evenings
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Job Description
This position is signon bonus eligible! Experienced Full Time Surgical Technologists are eligible for a signon bonus with a oneyear commitment. New Graduate and Part Time Surgical Technologists are eligible for signon bonus with a oneyear commitment.
Job Summary
Applies surgical technology skills to assist in providing patient care in the surgical suite while maintaining a safe work environment and performing all related job responsibilities. Ensures quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.
Hours would be 3p11p Monday Friday with some weekends.
Essential Functions
- Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application.
- Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior during and after surgical procedure.
- Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient assembly of supplies instruments equipment and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with all aspects of room turnover.
- Performs duties according to department policy and procedure.
- Monitors surgical supplies for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used in a judicious manner charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately.
- Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion.
- Attends inservices/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department related issues and participates in Performance Improvement Process.
- Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals.
- Assists in the development of policies procedures and standards.
Physical Requirements
Works with occasional intermittent noise and exposure to conditions such as dust fumes and chemicals. Ability to communication and write. Strenuous physical effort will require walking stretching bending climbing stairs twisting and squatting or kneeling while performing tasks. May have lengthy periods of standing. Requires frequent use of side vision lifting pushing and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds. Use of both hands and all fingers and is required to use hands for gripping speed work and precision during the operation equipment/instruments and movement/positioning of surgical patients. Vision and hearing for distances of up to twenty 20 feet is required depth perception and able to distinguish basic colors is required. Ability to work for lengthy or irregular work hours rotating shifts working on hard surfaces being near moving equipment changes in temperature humidity and exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens.
Education Experience and Certifications
High School Diploma or GED required. Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider required. Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist. Current certification preferred.
Employment Type
Full-Time
