Surgical Tech PRN GI

About the role

We’re offering an exciting opportunity to work alongside a dedicated, compassionate team where you are valued just as much as the patients we serve. At Community Hospital, we are guided by our C.A.R.E.S. values: Compassion is required, Attitude is valued, Respect is demanded, Excellence is expected, and Service is commended. Come be a part of a place where your hard work is recognized, your goals are supported, and your impact matters.

Under general supervision, the Surgical Tech II performs the scrub role and maintains a safe sterile environment. This includes preparing, passing, holding, inserting, removing, cleaning, and assembling instruments, equipment, and supplies; counting sponges, needles, sharps, and instruments; and assisting the RN with delegated circulating duties, transporting, positioning, skin preps, and specimen preparation in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures. Always works as a team member within the entire facility. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Perform the scrub role and assist with all aspects of the care of the surgical patient according to policy, procedure, and care standards.
• Take direction from others and follow through in a concise manner to promote efficiency.
• Communicate effectively using written, verbal, and non-verbal skills when interacting with staff, physicians, and ancillary departments.
• Set priorities and apply sterile and aseptic techniques.
• Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and surgical procedures.
• Act to protect and advance the patient’s best interest.
• Maintain knowledge of equipment, expected patient outcomes, and anticipated complications.
• Employees with one to two years’ experience can apply to become a first assist. If not certified as a first assist, attend a class for basic first assist skills and demonstrate competency.
• Satisfactorily demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties outlined in this job description and continually demonstrate competency.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a School of Surgical Technology.
• Certification as a Surgical Tech preferred.
• Effectively communicates, both orally and in writing.
• AHA BLS healthcare certification required within 30 days of hire, if not currently certified.