Surgical Technologist II

About the role

Under supervision, assists in operations. May help set up the operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments. This position requires patient care.

Responsibilities

• Participates in time-out procedures
• Attains extra supplies and equipment as needed
• Sets up equipment independently
• Participates as an active member of the Patient Care Team
• Monitors and continually assesses operating room conditions, including patient and surgical team needs
• Prepares patients for surgery, including positioning patients on the operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure
• Knowledge of SPD Sterile Room

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Experience cannot be accepted in lieu of a degree

Licenses and Credentials

• Certified Surgical First Assistant [CSFA (NBSTSA)] – National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred
• Certified Surgical Technologist [CST] – National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred
• Medical Technician [New Hampshire License] – New Hampshire Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy preferred

Experience

• Experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care setting: 2–3 years required
• Four (4) years experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care setting; committee and leadership experience: 3–5 years preferred

Skills

• Knowledge of SPD Sterile Room
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Advanced knowledge of sterile processing procedures and policies
• Familiarity with medical terminology and departmental supply items required

Physical Requirements

• Standing: Frequently (34–66%)
• Walking: Frequently (34–66%)
• Sitting: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Lifting: Frequently (34–66%), 35 lbs+ (with assisted device)
• Carrying: Frequently (34–66%), 20–35 lbs
• Pushing: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Pulling: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Climbing: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing: Frequently (34–66%)
• Stooping: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Kneeling: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Crouching: Occasionally (3–33%)
• Crawling: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching: Frequently (34–66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling): Frequently (34–66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering): Frequently (34–66%)
• Feeling: Constantly (67–100%)
• Foot Use: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision – Far: Constantly (67–100%)
• Vision – Near: Constantly (67–100%)
• Talking: Constantly (67–100%)
• Hearing: Constantly (67–100%)

Work Details

• Remote Type: Onsite
• Work Location: 75 Francis Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 (Per Diem)
• Employee Type: Per Diem
• Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay

Pay Range: up to $50.25/hourly (Grade 5). Base pay is determined by skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other essential factors. The range reflects minimum qualifications and does not encompass all elements of total compensation, which may include differentials, premiums, bonuses, and recognition programs.