Surgical Technologist - Ambulatory Surgery Center (Full-Time)

At OSS Health, our mission is to continually strive to be the healthcare leader in quality, innovation, and value. We make every effort to understand and exceed the expectations and needs of our patients. We are committed to providing an environment that is safe, respectful, and dignified at all times. Joining OSS Health means joining a culture of excellence and teamwork, with a strong focus on employee development and community support.

Schedule

6:30am - 5:00pm Tuesday through Friday.

About the Role

Under the guidance and supervision of the Registered Nurse, participates as a member of the OR team in planning, preparing, and producing a safe and effective OR experience for patients undergoing surgery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist is strongly preferred.
• New Surgical Tech Graduates must obtain certification within 6 months.
• PA 2020 Act 80, Chapter 5 Surgical Tech Certification Requirement exemptions considered.
• BLS certification required or the ability to obtain within 1 year.
• At least 3 years of experience as a Surgical Tech strongly preferred (previous work experience in an Ambulatory Surgical facility or acute care setting).
• Ability to effectively and efficiently make use of time and resources.
• Must be able to plan and organize work.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Professional and effective communication skills; ability to promote effective communication at all levels.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and checks assigned cases for appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment necessary for each procedure.
• Follows aseptic technique when opening sterile supplies, setting up cases, scrubbing, gowning, and draping as observed. Reports any break in aseptic technique.
• Maintains an orderly back table and mayo stand during procedure following established routine set-up as observed.
• Assists Circulating Nurse in performing sponge, needle, and instrument counts; immediately reports discrepancies and/or corrections as documented and observed.
• Consistently demonstrates proper handling of instruments and equipment to avoid damage and loss as observed.
• Keeps surgeon preference cards up to date as documented and observed.
• Demonstrates an ability to perform scrub duties as outlined in procedure manual, as observed.
• Assists with application of dressings and transfers patient.
• Assists with general cleaning of room and sets up next case as observed.
• Demonstrates the ability to adapt to changes in the workload and work as part of the team to finish the schedule as observed.
• Assists other staff members with completion of routine duties of the department as observed.
• Assists with the orientation of new personnel as assigned.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patients, Center, and physician information; respects the patient’s privacy.
• Performs duties in a safe manner.
• Demonstrates an awareness of patient safety and proper body mechanics when moving patients or equipment.
• Checks assigned OR equipment before case to ensure proper functioning; immediately reports any inoperative or malfunctioning equipment.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of departmental safety policies and procedures; participates in identification and evaluation of potential department safety problems and precautions as observed and documented.
• Adheres to department-specific OSHA and infection control guidelines regarding health maintenance and infection prevention 100% of the time as observed and documented.
• May function as backup in the instrument room – must be able to wash, sterilize, and wrap instruments.
• May take on extra responsibilities such as special projects, research, etc.
• Functions in the role of OR float team, working in collaboration with Charge and management team in decision-making process and maintaining efficiency within the ASC day-to-day operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, peers, physicians, and the public.
• Ability to speak and understand English fluently.

Physical Demands

• Moderate physical effort working in an indoor environment.
• Efforts consist of sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, and stooping.
• Frequently lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds with occasional lifting and moving of a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to an emergency.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

• Exposed to bloodborne pathogens, anesthetic gases, fluoroscopy, sterilizers, electrical and mechanical hazards, confused or combative patients, bio-contaminated waste, and unpleasant elements.
• Subject to stressful situations; occasional long or irregular hours.