Surgical Technologist Ambulatory - Part Time

Overview

Atrium Health Lincoln - Day Surgery Center, East Lincoln Surgery Center (conversion from HOPD to ASC). Position:
Part time, Benefits Eligible:
Yes, Hours Per Week: 20. Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Teammate will need to be willing to cross train as GI Technician to assist in the daily tasks required for our newly expanding surgery center, East Lincoln Surgery Center. This will take place during our conversion from HOPD to ASC, when we will then be known as Denver Surgery Center. Pay Range: $24.10 - $36.15. Essential Functions, Education, Experience and Certifications, Physical Requirements and more follow.

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• Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application.
• Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with all aspects of room turnover.
• Performs duties according to department policy and procedure.
• Monitors surgical supplies and instrumentation for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used in a judicious manner, charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately.
• Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion.
• Attends in-services/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department related issues and participates in Performance Improvement Process.
• Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals.
• Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist. Current certification preferred.

• Works with occasional intermittent noise and exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, and chemicals.
• Ability to communicate and write. Strenuous physical effort will require walking, stretching, bending, climbing stairs, twisting, and squatting or kneeling while performing tasks.
• May have lengthy periods of standing.
• Requires frequent use of side vision, lifting, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds.
• Use of both hands and all fingers is required to use hands for gripping, speed work and precision during the operation of equipment/instruments and movement/positioning of surgical patients.
• Vision and hearing for distances of up to twenty feet are required; depth perception and ability to distinguish basic colors are required.
• Ability to work lengthy or irregular hours, rotating shifts, working on hard surfaces, being near moving equipment, changes in temperature, humidity, and exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens.

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• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
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• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational…