Surgical First Assist​/Certified Tech​/Surgery​/PRN

Job Description

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities, to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work.

A hospital is only as good as its employees. That's why we're looking for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values.

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Position: TECH - OR/SURG FIRST ASSIST

POSITION SUMMARY: A person having extensive knowledge, experience, proficiency and/or certifications in comprehensive, technical surgical skills that provides technical leadership in the care of the perioperative patient. Working under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, attends to the patients direct care needs. Acts as a primary preceptor for Surgical Technology Students, Techs, and Sr. Techs in developing needed direct care skills and performs tasks as delegated by the RN.

Works in partnership with a RN and although this individual does not assume an independent assignment, can be relied upon to demonstrate excellence in the direct care of the most complex perioperative patients. Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives in collaboration with other health team members. Supports an organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence Standards to all customer groups.

• Assists the RN in all cases inclusive of the most complex patients with the implementation of an age appropriate plan of care through tasks delegated by the RN
• Demonstrates an expert level of technical skills in care delivery and performing tasks delegated by the RN based on patients’ condition.
• Demonstrates both knowledge and technical expertise regarding sterile processing, procedures, equipment, supplies, instruments, and surgical sequence for all procedures applicable to this Lead Tech - OR/Surgical level
• Demonstrates the ability to pass instruments and second scrub on all procedures applicable to ability in meeting Lead Tech competencies
• Demonstrates willingness to learn and then educate others on new procedures, equipment, and techniques. Is able to translate knowledge into teaching others
• Demonstrates ability to use prior knowledge in adapting to and learning new procedures
• Assists the RN and other Surgical Technologists to provide an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors and employees

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• (K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its + Subsidiaries!
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Retention Bonus Program
• HRSA STAR Loan Repayment site. In exchange for 6-year commitment, earn up to $, in loan reimbursement

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES / REGISTRATIONS

REQUIRED:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Certification as a Surgical First Assist
• Was employed to practice surgical technology in a healthcare facility before September 1, 9 or is in the service of the federal government, to the extent the person is performing duties related to that service
• BLS from the American Heart Association (or obtained during orientation) and maintain certification throughout employment. This must be obtained prior to providing patient care
• Completion of a surgical technologist program with certification exam eligibility - certification, preferred
• One year surgical technology experience, preferred

Northwest Texas Healthcare System, a subsidiary of UHS, is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of UHS.

No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.