Surgical Technologist

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Certified Surgical Technologist delivers high quality, patient-centered care by performing various functions to support the efficient operation of the surgical suite. Under the supervision of the Circulating RN, the Certified Surgical Technologist prepares the surgical suite, positions and prepares the patient, and provides instruments, equipment, and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure. The Certified Surgical Technologist ensures a sterile field, proper instrument counts, and proper operation of instruments and equipment. The Certified Surgical Technologist participates in patient-specific care as directed and follows service excellence standards to promote optimal patient satisfaction.

Major Responsibilities

• Organizes the operating suite with instruments, supplies, and equipment needed for the day.
• Reviews daily cases to ensure adequate stocking.
• Ensures proper functioning of equipment/instruments prior to procedures.
• Creates and maintains an orderly sterile instrument table.
• Utilizes physician preference cards for efficient setup.
• Prepares for emergency and add-on cases rapidly and effectively.
• Transports patients to and from surgical suite as needed.
• Aids in the transfer, positioning, prepping, and draping of patients for surgical procedures in accordance with hospital standards.
• Performs and/or assists in scrub/gown/glove process for self and team.
• Aids the surgeon during each procedure by passing requested/required equipment, instruments, medications, sponges, sutures, etc.
• Anticipates situations and functions with a proactive awareness to help the surgical team maintain attention on the operative field.
• Maintains an orderly sterile instrument table.
• Makes sure the patient and any equipment in use are monitored to identify issues requiring immediate action.
• Reports and/or responds calmly and efficiently.
• Assists in the maintenance and care of surgical specimens.
• Fulfills other duties as instructed.

Education and Experience Required

• A High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent Vocational training program in Surgical Technology.
• Currently certified as Surgical Technician or Surgical Technologist in the state(s) of practice, in accordance with law and regulation.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days.

Benefits

Methodist Hospital Northeast offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
• Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retailer partnerships for preferred banking and education assistance.
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.