Surgical Technician Full Time 2nd Shift
Surgical Technician Full Time 2nd Shift
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Job Description
Overview
Welcome to Saint Joseph Hospital a 433-bed hospital founded in 1877 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as the first Hospital in Lexington Kentucky. Led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford the mission to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved is still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital holds over two dozen national ranks and recognitions and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky.
Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or working toward that we invite you to experience Hello Humankindness with us! CHI Saint Joseph Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. Learn more about Saint Joseph Hospital and its awards and recognitions here: Saint Joseph Hospital.
Our commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians advanced practice clinicians nurses and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 140 hospitals and more than 2200 care centers serving 24 states.
Responsibilities
Sign-on Bonuses up to $20000 AND Education Assistance (student loan payoff) up to $24000 for eligible hires and positions
Job Summary / Purpose
Contributes to the safe efficient operation of the surgical suite by assisting the physician circulating RNs and anesthesia personnel during all levels of surgical procedures. Has primary responsibility for set-up of the instruments/equipment on the sterile field to perform each surgical procedure operation and cleaning of all procedural equipment during procedures. Works as a team member to provide harmonious flow of the surgical schedule and operating room running smoothly.
Essential Key Job Responsibilities
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
- Contributes to efficient operation of the surgical suite and department.
- Maintains confidentiality of information in the surgical suite and department.
- Assists in delivering high quality care services in a professional compassionate and courteous manner with respecting the dignity and individuality of each person who comes in contact with the organization by following the Standards of Excellence Standards of Behavior and Conduct and Standards of Professional Appearance.
- Gives direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the RNs.
- Responsible for the care handling and processing of all of the equipment and instruments.
- Prepares and sets up for all surgical procedures ensuring that the correct equipment and supplies are available during the case.
- Ability to assist the physicians as needed with equipment and supplies consistent with their job classification.
- Knowledge of all complex and therapeutic procedures performed in the unit.
- Ability to set up and assist with out of the department cases at the bedside or in the OR as necessary.
- Passing sterile instruments during surgery in anticipation of the surgeons needs.
- Able to recognize and communicate any patient issues to RN or physician during the procedure.
- Maintains supplies and stocks procedure rooms and travel carts during down time.
- Assists with tracking locations and maintaining inventory of equipment.
- Disinfects and cleans scopes and equipment according to SGNA/ASGE standards and hospital policy.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
Completed Facility On Site Competency Training Specific to Department within One Year of Employment and/or Completion of Formal Technical Program Plus High School Education or GED equivalent.
One year of OR endoscopy or hospital experience
Required Licensure and Certifications
BLS-CPR
Required Minimum Knowledge Skills Abilities and Training
None
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Unclear
