Surgical Technologist Certified - Ambulatory Surgery Center

Overview

Dept
: MAC Surgery Center

Schedule
: 630a-5p

Hours per biweekly pay period
: 0

Position Summary: Assists with the preparation of patients, rooms, and equipment for surgical procedures at the Ambulatory Surgery Center. Ensures proper care and use of surgical instruments.

• Assembles supplies and equipment for scheduled procedures according to physician’s preference
• Inspects equipment for proper working condition
• Arranges instruments according to given procedure
• Assists in the preparation of patients for surgical procedure, including transport
• Maintains availability of instruments and supplies to avoid delays
• Passes sterile surgical equipment to surgeons during surgical procedure
• Ensures the preparation and maintenance of the sterile field in operating room
• Reports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and takes action, according to policy
• Ensures compliance with all health care regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA
• Assists in maintaining adequate supplies in the operating room
• Assists in storing and stocking supplies as directed
• Performs other related job duties as requested.

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a surgical technology training program
• Certification as a surgical technologist from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
• BLS certification from American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or Canadian equivalent, is required before start date and valid at least 60 days beyond start date.

• Previous operating room experience
• Ambulatory Surgical Center experience

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, physicians and coworkers

• Schedule:
  
  Per Diem
• Requisition :
• Daily Work Times: 630-5p
• Hours Per Pay Period: 0
• On Call:
  No
• Weekends:
  No