Certified Surgical Tech- Per Diem- Ten Mile Surgery Center

Employment Type:Part time
Shift:
Description:

The Surgical Techn ologist (certified or licensed) serves as a member of the surgical team, responds to patient needs, prepares / maintains resources (e.g., equipment, instruments, supplies) & provides safe, quality health care services & / or assistance for surgical procedure s in accordance with level of experience, education , policies / procedures / protocols & standards.

Note:

“patients” refers to patients, clients, residents, participants, customer s, members

Our Trinity Health Culture : Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates our Trinity Health Mission, V alues, V ision, Actions & Promise in behaviors, practices & decisions.

Work Focus : P erforms clinical care activities (direct or indirect) for patient s within the “scope of pr actice” laws & training received ;
Cares for patients safely by assisting in clinical care services or engaging in administrative activities ( e.g., maintaining records or supplies) that enhance or improve coordination , preparation & flow of the care experience .

Process Focus : Knows, understands & incorporates basic or essential area of practice (document, coordinate, communicate) & training standards .

Communication: Uses clear, effective , respectful language & communication methods / means.

Environment: Performs work in a safe , engaging, collaborative & supportive manner;
Influences the responsible use of resources;
Accountable for continuous self-development & supporting the growth of others.

Maintains a working knowledge of applicable f ederal, state & local laws/regulations, Trinity Health Integrity & Compliance Program & Code of C onduct, as well as other policies , procedures & guidelines in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical & professional behavior & safe work practices .

Tech / Support III – skilled:
Licensed or certified role (direct healthcare) that s upports the total peri-operative process;
Provides intra-operative patient care to patients as directed by the Director of Nursing / Medical Director / Quality Committee(s);
Anticipates surgeon’s needs in the use of medical supplies, instrumentation & equipment availability & readiness;
Maintains a safe & clean operating room suite;
As sists & / or ensures documentation & detailed records are kept; P erforms essential duties & techniques appropriate to role / function / procedure;
Participates in quality improvement processes;
May serve as a resource (lead), role model & / or mentor.

H igh S chool diploma or GED;
Current certification from accredited Surgical Technology program;
At least o ne (1) year experience in a health care or military medical setting;
Meets requirements for applicable state(s) of engagement.

• Exposure to conditions which may be considered unpleasant to sight, touch, sound & / or smell . Occasional

• Exposure to fumes, o dors , dusts , mists & gases, biohazards / hazards (mechanical, electrical, burns, chemicals, radiation, sharp objects, etc.) . Occasional

• Exposure to or subject to noise, infectious waste, diseases & conditions . O ccasional

• Exposure to interruptions, shifting priorities & stressful situations . Occasional

• Ability to follow tasks through to completion, understand & relate to complex ideas / concepts, remember multiple tasks & regimens over long periods of time & work on concurrent tasks / projects . Frequent

• Ability to read small print, hear sounds & voice / speech patterns, give /…