Certified Surgical Technologist - Eligible Position

Position: Certified Surgical Technologist - Bonus Eligible  Position
Location: Mora

Certified Surgical Technologist - Bonus Eligible Position

Department: Surgery Department
Reports To: Nurse Manager, Surgical Services
Sign-on Bonus $6,000
Salary: $29.30 - $41.77 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Welia Health offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Below are the benefits of joining the Welia Health Team:

• Health insurance
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (both fully paid for by Welia)
• Single Dental Insurance, fully paid for by Welia (dual and family options available)
• Wellness Incentives
• Fitness Center, available 24/7
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – up to 6% employer contribution
• Employee Discounts
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off with up to 136 hours in your first year
• Extended Illness Bank up to 48 hours in your first year

Summary
The Surgical Technologist assists with various types of surgical operations and performs related services, prepares and sterilizes supplies and equipment for the entire hospital system.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Responsible for observing aseptic techniques in preparing and assisting with surgical procedures. Providing necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment for operations, according to hospital policy and routine of surgeon.
Dons cap and mask, prepares for and dresses in sterile gown and rubber gloves.
Sets up operating room with instruments and supplies which vary according to procedures performed.
Arranges instruments and other articles in specific order, placing those used immediately on mayo stand near surgeon.
Anticipates surgeon's needs, such as instruments, sponges, sutures, and suction tubes, and places them in his hands in such a manner that surgeon need not divert attention from operative field.
Observes patient during surgical procedure for complications, such as hemorrhage and furnishes emergency equipment and supplies to prevent fatality.
Manages contaminated instruments and supplies during operation to prevent spread of infection.
Preserves and labels operative specimens for laboratory analysis.
Provides special equipment such as cauteries, electro-surgical machines and diagnosis lights, ensuring that they are in working order, and manipulating such instruments to aid in efficiency of surgeon and avoid hazard to patient.
Observes progress of surgery, providing additional instruments, supplies, or other items as needed.
Cooperates with members of operating staff in observing aseptic techniques and sterilization procedures in preparing for and assisting with surgery.
May apply dressings. May perform suturing if competent and properly trained.
Disinfects floors and furniture in room, between each case.
May go to ward to bring patient from surgery.
Assists during orientation of new personnel by explaining and demonstrating techniques and methods used in the operating room.
Cleans or directs cleaning and sterilization of contaminated instruments, equipment and supplies.
Performs High-Level Disinfection and Sterilization procedures according to both the manufacturer’s instructions and evidence-based guidelines.
Re-sterilization of unused sterile supplies.
Care and storage of delicate instruments.
Cleaning of contaminated operating rooms.
Care and disposal of infectious linen.
Supports the policies and procedures of the organization and the standards of the Joint Commission as required for full accreditation.
Considers age-related factors in care, treatment, education, and evaluation of patients ranging from neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Applies knowledge of age related factors appropriately in accordance with professional standards and departmental policies and procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities

Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Part-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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