Surgical Technologist

Resurgens Surgery Center is a single-specialty ambulatory surgical practice dedicated to providing patients and their families with unrivaled, uncompromised, and excellent care. Our team—from front office to clinical staff—is committed to delivering the best interactions, services, and clinical outcomes for our patients, ensuring the same level of care we would want for our own families.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist who shares our commitment to excellent patient care. This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently and effectively assist physicians with operative procedures.
• Anticipate surgeon/physician’s needs both in preparing for and during procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of specific responsibilities in all emergency situations.
• Ensure sterility of all supplies and instruments during setup of surgical procedures.
• Handle instruments in a manner that prolongs their lifespan.
• Assist the circulating nurse and surgical team in maintaining a sterile environment.
• Gather necessary surgical supplies and equipment in collaboration with the circulating nurse.
• Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts pre-operatively and intra-operatively with the circulating nurse.
• Gown and glove surgeons and assistants.
• Maintain and update physician preference cards.
• Retain all specimens for pathology, confirming the source and name of each specimen with the surgeon.
• Transport surgical equipment to appropriate cleaning areas.
• Assist in sterile supply with cleaning and reprocessing of instrument sets.
• Interact appropriately and effectively with all patients and others, regardless of age or background.
• Use Standard Universal Precautions, proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, and safe practices to ensure personal safety and a safe environment.
• Assist with environmental hazard and infection control surveillance and participate in emergency preparedness drills.
• Follow all equipment and safety guidelines; ensure knowledgeable use and care of equipment.
• Serve as a resource to other members of the healthcare team.
• Attend in-services, conferences, and meetings as required.
• Communicate effectively and courteously with visitors, physicians, office staff, patients, and employees.
• Maintain patient, physician, and employee privacy and confidentiality per policy.
• Maintain certifications such as CPR, as offered by the center.
• Act in accordance with the vision, mission, and business philosophy of the Center.
• Comply with Policies and Procedures and adhere to safety guidelines to ensure a safe work and patient care environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Surgical Technician Certification Program.
• One to two years of experience as a Surgical Technologist in multiple specialties or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in Orthopedic Specialty/Total Joint strongly preferred.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of up to $5,000.