Surgical Technologist - Hoover Oral Surgery Clinic

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Surgical Technologist - Hoover Oral Surgery Clinic

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Work Schedule:

Full Time

Work Location:

Oral Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic, Hoover
Benefits include: 100% tuition assistance, wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer, plus more. In addition to our many benefits and perks, UAB Medicine provides a variety of resources to support employees both personally and professionally.

Under supervision of the RN, to set up and handle sterile supplies and instruments for the surgeon, anticipate surgeon's needs, maintain an accurate count of sponges, sharps and instruments and ensure that all team members adhere to the principles of sterile technique. May be assigned to rotate and restock operating rooms and/or clean equipment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or GED and dental assistant experience with training in surgical procedures and instrumentation required. Oral or dental surgery experience preferred.

Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to:

• perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure;
• accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of an one’s own work;
• work independently;
• recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality;
• convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief;
• relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation;
• communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background;
• exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment;
• perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations;
• demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way;
• maintain a customer focus and strives to satisfy the customer's perceived needs.

UA Health Services Foundation (UAHSF) is proud to be an AA/EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer.

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