Surgical Technologist Lead - Golf Surgical Center

At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people—the patients we serve, the physicians we support, and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure, or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other, and living out the mission, vision, and values that define our organization. As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics, and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems, and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.

What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values: clinical quality, integrity, service excellence, teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and inclusion. Our values inform our attitudes, actions, and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians, and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians, and improve health care in America.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and direct surgical scrub on all types of minor and major surgical procedures dependent on individual competence within the ASC to identified age groups.
• Collaborate with other members of the multi-disciplinary care team to competently perform job responsibilities in accordance with all rules and regulations of applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies.
• Actively participate in outstanding customer service and accept responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
• Ensure patient needs are met in accordance with instructions of physician and facility’s policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate respect for co-workers and develop positive working relationships with other departments.
• Communicate with courtesy when interacting with patients, physicians, hospital staff, vendors, and the public—in person, on the telephone, or by email.
• Coordinate and perform activities routinely as appropriate with the Director of Nursing, Medical Director, and the Quality Committee(s).
• Perform the role of surgical scrub by anticipating the needs of the surgeon and keeping the circulating nurse informed of any needs throughout a procedure.
• Ensure all supplies, equipment, and medications are assembled prior to the start of the procedure.
• Responsible for ensuring all new equipment requests are appropriately analyzed based on utilization and data from the provider.
• Understand the high standards and cost savings and containment of the ASC.
• Promote a safe environment. Take appropriate action in emergency situations, being aware of and controlling hazards which may endanger patients, visitors, and employees.
• Assist the team with safe and appropriate operating room turnover times.
• Identify potentially unsafe situations and notify supervisor.
• Follow CDC isolation guidelines, appropriately use PPE, and perform handwashing according to policy.
• Strictly adhere to all infection control practices and diligently monitor aseptic technique of the entire surgical team. Take immediate corrective action for breaks in technique.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Surgical Technician Certification (CST) required.
• Current CPR certification.
• 1-2 years of ASC or hospital experience required.
• Multispecialty surgical experience strongly preferred. Center is heavy in orthopedics, ENT, pain management, and gastroenterology.
• Must be personable, friendly, and exhibit flexibility and positive interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of typical OR equipment required.

Pay

USD $23.70–$42.16 per hour.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Life and disability insurance.

For more details, visit https://careers.sca.health/why-sca.