Surgical Technologist; Per Diem

Overview

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Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most – patient care.

Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, the Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

• Assist the RN in implementing a care plan for the patient in the Operating Room.
• Performs scrub duties under supervision of the RN.
• Maintains strict aseptic technique and follows standard precautions and infection control policies.
• Anticipates surgeon’s needs and provides instruments, supplies and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Organizes and maintains instrumentation and supplies; prepares the procedure room and opens supplies using strict aseptic technique.
• Ensures patient safety in all aspects of job activities and assists with patient transport and positioning as needed.
• Counts and monitors sponges and sharps, reports discrepancies, and assists the circulating nurse as required.
• Assists with room turnover, equipment check, and case cart preparation for current and upcoming procedures.
• Assists with decontamination, cleaning, and turnover of rooms and equipment between cases.
• Maintains and stocks supplies and equipment and coordinates with anesthesia and other team members to ensure availability for cases.
• Assists with scheduling support and preparation of the day’s procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of medications used by physicians and adheres to safety protocols for handling them.
• Supports in-room patient comfort and safety and assists with various procedures as needed (e.g., radio frequency).
• Performs decontamination and sterilization of instruments following AAMI standards.
• Participates in continuous improvement and follows policies to protect patient privacy and confidentiality.

• High school diploma or equivalent; graduate of an approved surgical technologist certification program.
• One to three years of operating room experience; experience in ambulatory surgical centers and orthopedic settings preferred.
• Working knowledge of office equipment and software; familiarity with HIPAA and regulatory policies.
• Medical office procedures, practices and terminology, and professional etiquette; understanding of electronic medical systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills; ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with patients, staff, and the public; demonstrates empathy and tact.
• Promotes teamwork, maintains confidentiality, and functions professionally within a medical environment.

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Dynamic environment
• Access to a diverse network of practitioners
• Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience
• Competitive compensation
• Generous PTO
• Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to protected characteristics as defined by applicable laws.

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This description reflects the responsibilities and qualifications for the Surgical Technologist (Per Diem) role and is intended for informational purposes.