Surgical Technologist
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Job Location:
Lancaster, NE - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Join Our Team at Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster (OAL)
At Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster (OAL) were more than just a medical practicewere a trusted part of the community. For generations families across Central Pennsylvania have turned to us for expert orthopedic care delivered with compassion innovation and integrity.
With five convenient locationsLancaster Willow Street Manheim (at the Spooky Nook Sports Complex) Lebanon and EphrataOAL offers a dynamic and patient-centered work environment. Were proud to be consistently recognized for our cutting-edge technology advanced procedures and warm professional staff. Our team includes not only leading orthopedic physicians and surgeons but also dedicated professionals across clinical and administrative roles who make exceptional care possible every day.
OAL is privately owned by our surgeons and supported by a team of 400 employees who share a commitment to excellence. At our Lancaster and Lebanon campuses we operate our own outpatient orthopedic surgery centerNPSCwhere we perform a wide range of surgeries including total joint replacements using the most advanced techniques available.
When you join OAL youre joining a respected organization where your work makes a difference. Whether youre clinical clerical or somewhere in between we offer a culture of collaboration opportunity and purposeall in service of helping people live stronger healthier lives.
Summary:
Surgical Technologist is responsible for assisting the surgical team in providing patient care throughout the operative settings within standards of practice. Must demonstrate ability to handle instrumentation safely while maintaining sterility during OR procedures. Provide assistance with preparing patients rooms and equipment for pending surgical procedure. Maintain appropriate communication with all team members.
Essential Functions:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Functions as a first and/or second assistant during the surgical episode including incision excision repair of pathology and wound closure throughout the perioperative period.
Anticipates the needs of the surgeon during the intraoperative phase.
Sets up and prepares the Operating Room equipment instruments and supplies prior to surgical procedure.
Maintains sterile and aseptic environment by utilizing appropriate standards of practice and infection control techniques.
Provides competent and ethical care within legal standards of practice by recognizing safety hazards and initiating appropriate preventive and correction actions.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED) is required.
- Must have graduated from an accredited school of Surgical Technology.
- If new to the Surgical Technologist role without any previous Surgical Technologist experience hired after 12/28/2020 must be a graduate of an approved school of surgical technology and be certified within 6 months of hire or validation of completion of a surgical military training program (Army Navy or Air Force). Employees with at least two years previous Surgical Technologist experience do not require certification.
- Current CPR certification.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous operating room experience.
- Strong time management computer skills and the ability to multi-task.
- Recent experience related to Orthopedics or Podiatry.
- Previous experience in Ambulatory Surgery.
Our Commitment to Inclusivity:
At OAL and its affiliated organizations we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace environment. Discrimination against qualified individuals based on protected veteran status disability race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation/gender identity or any other legally protected category is strictly prohibited by applicable federal state or local laws. We actively engage in affirmative action initiatives to recruit hire and promote individuals without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation/gender identity protected veteran status or disability.
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Key Skills
- Aseptic Technique
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Basic Life Support
- Computer Skills
- Physiology Knowledge
- Military Experience
- Suturing
- Medical Terminology
- Sterile Processing
