Surgical Tech Lead Open Heart
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Job Location:
Valparaiso, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Surgical Tech Lead - Open Heart
Sign-on Bonus: $30000
Position Type: Full Time - Day Shift
Benefits:
- Health Insurance (Medical Dental Vision)
- 401(k) with matching
- Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10000
- Educational Assistance
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Paid Time Off Available
Job Summary
The Surgical Technician Lead supports the surgical team by preparing operating rooms organizing surgical instruments and supplies and assisting with procedures under the direction of a surgeon and registered nurse. This role ensures adherence to aseptic and infection prevention practices while facilitating high-quality patient addition to performing advanced technical duties the Lead provides guidance and training to surgical technicians assists with scheduling and quality initiatives and contributes to a positive and collaborative work environment.
Essential Functions
- Prepares the operating room and surgical field with necessary instruments equipment and supplies for scheduled procedures.
- Assists the surgical team during procedures by anticipating the surgeons needs and passing instruments in a timely efficient manner.
- Applies knowledge of aseptic technique Universal Precautions and sterilization methods to ensure infection control and patient safety.
- Conducts and documents sponge needle and instrument counts with the circulating nurse according to established protocols.
- Retains and labels surgical specimens appropriately for pathology and ensures accurate documentation.
- Performs point-of-use cleaning and transports surgical instruments to designated areas for decontamination and sterilization.
- Assists with room turnover between cases and ensures proper cleaning storage and restocking of instruments and supplies.
- Supports the maintenance and updating of physician preference cards.
- Assists in the orientation training and ongoing competency of surgical technicians and other team members.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program required
- 3-5 years of experience as a surgical technician required
- Prior experience in a lead or preceptor role preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- In-depth knowledge of surgical instrumentation sterile technique and operating room procedures.
- Strong understanding of anatomy physiology and procedures relevant to surgical services.
- Ability to anticipate surgeon needs and assist efficiently during procedures.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Knowledge of infection control and safety regulations and adherence to hospital protocols.
- Ability to train and support other team members.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
- Ability to remain calm in high-stress or emergent situations.
Licenses and Certifications
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
- ABLS - Advanced Burn Life Support preferred
State Specific Requirements
- Mississippi: BLS certification required Surgical Technician certification is preferred
INDSURGIMG
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Key Skills
- Aseptic Technique
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Basic Life Support
- Computer Skills
- Physiology Knowledge
- Military Experience
- Suturing
- Medical Terminology
- Sterile Processing
About Company
For more than 40 years, CHS has been developing and operating healthcare delivery systems committed to helping people get well and live healthier.
