Surgical Technologist Job Northern Kentucky USA,Healthcare

Location: Northern

Department: Surgical Services

Employment Status: Part-Time (0.9)- 72 Hours Per Pay Period

Benefit Status: Full-Time

Benefits include:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employee Health Clinic (health +):
Our health+ clinic provides office visits and prescription medications for little to no cost to Alomere Health employees and their dependents who are on a medical insurance plan
Retirement Savings: (401(k)) - All eligible employees of Alomere Health are automatically enrolled. All eligible employees are able to contribute on a pre-tax and/or post-tax basis and Alomere Health matches 100% up to 6% of employee's contributions.
Please see more details about our benefits here:

Hours:

Variable Typical shift start times are between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM
Variable call weekend rotation dependent on the number of surgical techs on staff.

Position Objective:

The Surgical Technologist is a member of the Operating Room and Endoscopy Unit. The position assists surgeons and other surgical staff during procedures. The Technologist works under the supervision of a surgeon, registered nurse, or other surgical personnel and maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field to maximize patient safety. The position ensures that the operating room environment is safe and needed equipment is available.

The Surgical Technologist assists in the sterile processing department by performing sterilizing, assembly and storage of medical supplies and surgical equipment.

Essential Responsibilities:

Preoperative Responsibilities:

Prepare the operating room for surgical procedures by:

Performing room setup according to procedure and surgeon preference
Ensuring all required instruments, supplies, and equipment are available and functional

Verify sterility, integrity, and expiration dates of supplies and instruments
Perform surgical hand scrub, don sterile attire, and maintain aseptic technique
Assist with patient positioning, skin preparation, and draping
Anticipate surgical needs based on procedure, surgeon preference, and patient condition

Intraoperative (Scrub) Responsibilities:

Maintain a sterile field throughout the surgical procedure
Pass instruments, sutures, sponges, and supplies accurately and efficiently
Anticipate the surgeon's needs to ensure smooth procedural flow
Assist with:

Retraction
Suctioning
Handling of specimens

Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse
Identify and correct breaks in sterile technique immediately
Operate and troubleshoot sterile equipment as needed

Postoperative Responsibilities:

Assist with wound closure and application of dressings
Participate in final surgical counts and reconciliation
Safely handle and label specimens according to policy
Prepare instruments for decontamination and reprocessing
Assist with room turnover for subsequent procedures

Patient Safety and Infection Prevention:

Adhere to:

AST Guidelines
Infection prevention protocols
Universal precautions

Maintain vigilance for patient safety concerns during procedures
Report equipment malfunctions or safety hazards promptly
Support surgical time-outs and verification processes
Equipment and Supply Management
Ensure proper use, care, and handling of surgical instruments and equipment
Identify missing, damaged, or malfunctioning equipment
Assist with inventory control and case cart accuracy
Communicate supply needs to appropriate personnel

Communication and Teamwork:

Collaborate effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and support staff
Communicate clearly and professionally in a high-stress environment
Respond appropriately to emergent situations
Demonstrate situational awareness throughout procedures

Documentation and Compliance:

Document counts, specimens, and required procedural data as assigned
Follow organizational policies, regulatory standards, and scope of practice
Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

Other Responsibilities:

Perform all other related duties as assigned in a professional and responsive manner
Demonstrate the ability to use relevant equipment
Support, understand, and promote Alomere Health's mission, vision, values, policies and procedures
Ability to meet the work schedule requirements with flexibility dependent upon the needs of the department
Foster respectful working relationships with professional colleagues, patients, families, and general public regardless of age, gender, lifestyle, culture, beliefs, race, socioeconomic class, or ability