Surgical Technologist Twin Cities Orthopedics

The Surgical Technician provides technical expertise and patient care assistance to support the delivery of optimum quality care to patients in the Operating Room (OR).

This is a part-time role .75 FTE Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 430 PM 10-hour shifts out of our Crosstown Specialty Surgery Center in Edina

Twin Cities Orthopedics is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health) a group of local medical practices owned and led by its physicians on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare.

Essential Functions:

• Assists with obtaining the equipment and supplies for the scheduled procedure as well as preparing the surgical suite.
• Prepares sterile instrument table(s) checking instruments and supplies for cleanliness and proper function.
• Ensure that all needed instruments and supplies are available including complete sets with no necessary items missing prior to the incision.
• Creates and maintains an aseptic surgical environment throughout the intraoperative
• Assists the surgeon(s) and other surgical team members with all phases of the surgical
• Applies knowledge of surgical procedures to anticipate the needs of the surgeon(s) throughout the intraoperative phase.
• Labels medications in compliance with departmental policies and
• Demonstrates competency to operate all specialty instruments supplies and equipment unique to the OR for all types of surgical procedures.
• Ensures that the specimen(s) obtained during the course of the procedure are handled according to policies and procedures.
• Cleans and returns to the proper location specialty instruments and equipment used during the days cases prior to the end of the shift.
• Assists with the cleaning of the OR between cases and after the last case of the
• Assists the Circulating Nurse during surgical procedures with activities appropriate to their skill level.
• Decontaminates inspects and prepares instruments used during surgical procedures for terminal sterilization.
• Collaborates with other disciplines to maximize patient outcomes and ensure a smooth flow of the surgical experience.
• Accountable for reporting occurrences through the centers established reporting process related to employee and/or patient/visitor events
• Fosters the developmental and educational process of self colleagues orientees and students (includes functioning as a preceptor)
• Participates in acceptable continuing education fostering career and skill development including meeting departmental continuing education requirements
• Assists in managing controllable costs by the proper non-wasteful use of surgery center
• Any and all other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Graduate from an ARC/STSA or CAAHEP accredited surgical technology program
  • Equivalent military education also acceptable.
• Surgical Technologist Certification through NBSTSA
• One year of Operating Room experience in the last 3 years
• Current member of the S.T. preferred.
• Current BLS certification or completed upon

Benefits & Compensation:

• Actual starting pay will vary based on education skills and experience.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package - to learn more clickhere.
  • Employees working 30 hours per week (60 hours per pay period) are eligible for our Medical (w/Maternity Bundle) Dental & Vision plans as well as Tuition Reimbursement.
  • All employees regardless of hours are eligible for 401(k) w/ Profit Sharing Employee Assistance Program Lifetime Fitness Subsidy Car Rental discounts Home Auto & Pet insurance savings programs & more.

Working Conditions:

• Frequentlylift up to 50 pounds independently and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Requires the ability to stand walk bend and move continuously throughout the shift.
• Must be able to frequently perform physical activities such as pushing pulling and reaching.
• Visual acuity to read electronic and paper documents.
• Auditory ability to participate in phone or video calls clearly.
• Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment (e.g. computer phone printer).

Setting:

• Surgery Center

Essential Requirements:

Ability to:

• Comply with company policies procedures practices and business ethics guidelines.
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations (e.g. HIPAA Stark OSHA employment laws etc.)
• Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance.
• Work at an efficient and productive pace handle interruptions appropriately and meet workload effectively.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally in face-to-face phone and email interactions. Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Notes

• Revo/ i-Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Applicants or employees who wish to request an accommodation may do so by emailing . For more information please review the Know Your Rights notice from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
• We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program please click here: note: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required. Revo/ i-Health reserves the right to modify job duties or descriptions at any time with or without notice in accordance with applicable laws.

Required Experience:

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