Operating Room Surgical Technologist

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We’re looking for an experienced operating room Surgical Technologist
. Our Technologist are integral members of inter‑professional teams in hospitals and clinics that are committed to outstanding patient care, driven by their expertise, compassion and operate at a higher level of practice.

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• Assists surgeons and nurses with patients, equipment preparation, aseptic technique, and surgical procedures in the operating room.
• Prepares the operating room for surgery by assembling routine supplies, materials, instruments, and equipment; obtains special supplies indicated by physician.
• Set up and operate a variety of specialized instrumentation, manual and powered equipment.
• Follows procedures for pre and post‑operative accounting of sharps, sponges and instruments used in the surgical set up.
• Accountable for the care and handling of instruments and equipment.
• Maintains inventory of sterile surgical supplies to ensure immediate availability.
• Operates sterilization equipment for the proper sterilization of surgical instruments.
• Follows established sterilization policy and procedures.
• Assists in evaluating various products, supplies and equipment pertinent to the operating room.
• Typical specialty areas include General, Less complex GYN, OB/L&D, Plastic, Minor Vascular, Ortho, and Ophthalmology
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• Assists in the preparation, transportation, and positioning of patients for surgery and provides for the physical comfort, safety and privacy during the intra‑operative patient.
• Observes patient for symptoms which may indicate a change in condition; reports significant observations to the appropriate member of the medical team for immediate attention.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the principles of sterile technique and infection control; practices appropriate procedures to maintain a sterile environment.
• Appropriately cleans surgical instruments and equipment.
• Prepares tissue and other specimens for laboratory analyses. Performs other related duties as required.

• A high school diploma or equivalent. Successful completion of a surgical technician training program or equivalent job training.
• Certified as a surgical technician or two years of experience in lieu of certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
• Ability to float and work independently in less complex specialty areas including General, Less complex GYN, OB/L&D, Plastic, Minor Vascular, Ortho, and Ophthalmology
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At Emory University Hospital Midtown our Perioperative Surgical Department consist of 28 OR suites with 3 to 4 designated for cardiovascular cases. Our service lines include General, GYN, Urology, Bariatrics, Robotics, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Podiatry, ENT, Skull Base, OMFS, Plastics, and CVOR. We are staffed 365 day a year. There can be some late, on call and/or holiday requirements as well as a rotation to cover overnight shifts and weekend shifts for those dedicated teams.

There is an orientation period of 8‑12 weeks, depending on experience.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources ase note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

Mid‑Senior level

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care

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