Surgical Technologist - Birthing Center (Nights)

About the role

Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. It features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Responsibilities

• Perform all responsibilities in a manner that demonstrates Service Excellence towards patients, physicians, peers and other departments.
• Assume responsibility for upholding the policies and procedures of the department and organization.
• Assist with the teaching of newly hired technologists and student technologists.
• Establish and maintain sterile field and assure team maintains sterile environment independently.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team.
• Communicate effectively with patients, staff members and physicians.
• Adhere to standards including but not limited to unit and hospital policies and procedures, regulatory standards, and patient safety goals.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program or maintains an accredited Surgical Technologist certification (NCCT or NBSTSA).
• Experience: Entry level position for new graduates of Surgical Technology program or Surgical Technologists with 0 to 18 months experience.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to adapt to changes within unit, work effectively and efficiently under pressure in a stressful environment, demonstrate knowledge of anatomy relating to the surgical procedure and the instrumentation required, set priorities and respond appropriately to actual and/or potential life threatening situations.