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Surgical Tech

Employer
Altru Health System
Location
Grand Forks, ND
Salary
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Industry
Healthcare
Role
IT
Job Type
Long-Term

Job Details

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Job Summary

The Surgical Technologist works as part of the team that delivers surgical care in the operating room. The technologist possesses knowledge and skills in sterile and aseptic technique. The Surgical Technologist also demonstrates knowledge of numerous surgical procedures so the needs of the surgeon can be anticipated.

Essential Job Functions
  • Organizes and prepares case set-up prior to start of case. Identifies and communicates unusual techniques and instruments required for surgery.
  • Cleans, assembles, operates, and properly cares for instruments, supplies, and equipment used in team specialties. Demonstrates an understanding of surgical procedure classification system and handles operating room specimens according to standard operating procedures.
  • Provides patient care, according to diagnosis/procedure, utilizing the procedure cards and following established hospital policies and procedures. Documents procedure changes on procedure cards following each case according to standard operating procedures.
  • Identifies and communicates unusual techniques and instruments required for surgery.
  • Participates in measuring and monitoring Quality Indicators and outcomes.
  • Performs pain assessment and takes appropriate action according to standard operating procedure.
  • Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

License, Certification & Registration

Unlicensed Assistive Person- Technician (UAP/T), North Dakota Board of Nursing; Prior to Start Date

Licensed Practice Nurse, North Dakota Board of Nursing; Prior to Start Date

Certified Surgical Technician (CST), National Board of Surgical Tech-Surgical Assistat (NBSTSA); Preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association (AHA); Within 2 Months of Start Date

Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record, Current State Licensed; Prior to Start Date

Notes: May be a UAP/T or LPN. Must be eligible to apply for certification. Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program or graduate of military training program.

Education & Experience

Associate's degree in Surgical Technologist; Required

A minimum of 1 year of related experience; Preferred

Knowledge & Skills

Demonstrates ability to communicate with and assist patients and guests Required

Demonstrates ability to process complex instructions translating into logical problem-solving steps; Required

Demonstrates excellent customer service skills; Required

Demonstrates knowledge of medical terminology; Required

Company

Do what you love. Make a difference. Join our team of over 4,000 health professionals and support staff committed to caring for the region for more than 100 years.

At Altru Health System, we are serious about providing an exceptional patient experience and positively impacting the communities we serve. Our physician-led, community-owned, not-for-profit health system serves over 225,000 residents in northeast North Dakota and northwest Minnesota. We are a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to apply or interview for a position, please contact careers@altru.org or 701.780.5123.

Company info
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Telephone
701-780-5123
Location
Grand Forks
North Dakota
US

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