Surgical Technologist III- Labor and Delivery
Newton, MA - USA
Job Summary
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
36hr Nights 3x12hr shifts 7p-7:30a weekend and holiday rotationsSummary
Under supervision assists in operations. May help set up the operating room prepare and transport patients for surgery adjust lights and equipment pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeons assistants hold retractors cut sutures and help count sponges needles supplies and instruments. May provide day-to-day guidance/direction to more junior staff.
Does this position require Patient Care
Yes
Essential Functions
-Participates in time-out procedures.
-Attainment of extra supplies and equipment as needed.
-Sets up equipment independently.
-Participates as an active member of the Patient Care Team.
-Monitor and continually assess operating room conditions including patient and surgical team needs.
-Prepare patients for surgery including positioning patients on the operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
-Knowledge of SPD Sterile Room.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
No
Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support BLS - Generic - HR Only preferred Certified Surgical Technologist CST - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred Medical Technician New Hampshire License - New Hampshire Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy preferred
Experience
Experience at time of hire: Three (3) years of diversified experience in the operating/procedure room 3-5 years required and Experience scrubbing in multiple specialties; five (5) years of experience preferred and one (1) year of experience working and leading teams 3-5 years preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of SPD Sterile Room.
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Advanced knowledge of sterile processing procedures and policies.
- Familiarity with medical terminology and departmental supply items is required.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently
- Walking Frequently
- Sitting Occasionally
- Lifting Frequently
- Carrying Frequently
- Pushing Occasionally
- Pulling Occasionally
- Climbing Rarely
- Balancing Frequently
- Stooping Occasionally
- Kneeling Occasionally
- Crouching Occasionally
- Crawling Rarely
- Reaching Frequently
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently
- Feeling Constantly
- Foot Use Rarely
- Vision - Far Constantly
- Vision - Near Constantly
- Talking Constantly
- Hearing Constantly
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$29.81 - $45.36/HourlyGrade
5EEO Statement:
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Patients at Mass General have access to a vast network of physicians, nearly all of whom are Harvard Medical School faculty and many of whom are leaders within their fields.