Surgical Tech
- Employer
- Altru Health System
- Location
- Grand Forks, ND
- Salary
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- Industry
- Healthcare
- Role
- IT
- Job Type
- Long-Term
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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.
Safety & Compliance
Driving Requirements
Driving Category
Occasional Driver
License, Certification & Registration
Title
Credentialing Body
Timeframe When Needed
Verified By
Unlicensed Assistive Person - Technician (UAP/T)
North Dakota Board of Nursing
Prior to Start Date
HR Primary Sources
Licensed Practical Nurse
North Dakota Board of Nursing (NDBON) or Compact State Agreement
Prior to Start Date
HR Primary Sources
Certified Surgical Technician (CST)
National Board of Surgical Tech-Surgical Assist (NBSTSA)
Preferred
HR Primary Sources
Basic Life Support (BLS)
American Heart Association (AHA)
Within 2 Months of Start Date
Learning Management System
Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record
Drivers License - Current State Licensed
Prior to Start Date
HR Primary Sources
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
Degree/Diploma
Program of Study
Required/Preferred
Associate's
Surgical Technologist
Required
Experience
Experience
Required/Preferred
A minimum of 1 year of related experience
Preferred
Knowledge & Skills
Title
Required/Preferred
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
Physical Demands
Frequency 8 Hour Shift 10 Hour Shift 12 Hour Shift Rarely (1-4%) 1-19 min 1-24 min 1-29 min Occasionally (5-33%) 19 min-2.6 hrs 24 min-3.3 hrs 29 min-3.9 hrs Frequently (34-66%) 2.6-5.3 hrs 3.3-6.6 hrs 3.9-7.9 hrs Continuously (67-100%) 5.3-8 hrs 6.6-10 hrs 7.9-12 hrs Physical Demands
Activity
Frequency
Sit
Rarely (67%)
Walk
Frequently (34-66%)
Stoop/Bend
Frequently (34-66%)
Reach
Frequently (34-66%)
Climb
Rarely (67%)
See
Continuously (>67%)
Hear
Continuously (>67%)
Weight Demands
Activity
Amount
Lift - Floor to Waist Level
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Carry
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Push/Pull
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Slide/Transfer
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Working Conditions
Condition
Frequency
Indoor
Continuously (>67%)
Outdoor
Not Applicable
Extreme Temperature
Not Applicable
Employee Health
Functional Assessment
Hazardous Drug Exposure
Fit Testing Required
I
Yes
Yes
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.
Safety & Compliance
- Demonstrates understanding and follows infection control policies and procedures according to standard operating procedure.
- Maintains requirements for age specific competencies for the position and demonstrates the knowledge or principles of growth and developments and the skills necessary to provide patient/customer care/services.
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of and compliance with:
- All pertinent safety, health and environmental policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Working safely, without causing harm or risk to self, others or property.
- The work environment safety procedures and prompt reporting of unsafe practices, procedures, accidents, injuries or other safety violations to the Leader.
- The use of all safety equipment and personal protective equipment.
Driving Requirements
- Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
- Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
- Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
- Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.
Driving Category
Occasional Driver
License, Certification & Registration
Title
Credentialing Body
Timeframe When Needed
Verified By
Unlicensed Assistive Person - Technician (UAP/T)
North Dakota Board of Nursing
Prior to Start Date
HR Primary Sources
Licensed Practical Nurse
North Dakota Board of Nursing (NDBON) or Compact State Agreement
Prior to Start Date
HR Primary Sources
Certified Surgical Technician (CST)
National Board of Surgical Tech-Surgical Assist (NBSTSA)
Preferred
HR Primary Sources
Basic Life Support (BLS)
American Heart Association (AHA)
Within 2 Months of Start Date
Learning Management System
Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record
Drivers License - Current State Licensed
Prior to Start Date
HR Primary Sources
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
Degree/Diploma
Program of Study
Required/Preferred
Associate's
Surgical Technologist
Required
Experience
Experience
Required/Preferred
A minimum of 1 year of related experience
Preferred
Knowledge & Skills
Title
Required/Preferred
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
Physical Demands
Frequency 8 Hour Shift 10 Hour Shift 12 Hour Shift Rarely (1-4%) 1-19 min 1-24 min 1-29 min Occasionally (5-33%) 19 min-2.6 hrs 24 min-3.3 hrs 29 min-3.9 hrs Frequently (34-66%) 2.6-5.3 hrs 3.3-6.6 hrs 3.9-7.9 hrs Continuously (67-100%) 5.3-8 hrs 6.6-10 hrs 7.9-12 hrs Physical Demands
Activity
Frequency
Sit
Rarely (67%)
Walk
Frequently (34-66%)
Stoop/Bend
Frequently (34-66%)
Reach
Frequently (34-66%)
Climb
Rarely (67%)
See
Continuously (>67%)
Hear
Continuously (>67%)
Weight Demands
Activity
Amount
Lift - Floor to Waist Level
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Carry
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Push/Pull
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Slide/Transfer
Medium (20-40 pounds)
Working Conditions
Condition
Frequency
Indoor
Continuously (>67%)
Outdoor
Not Applicable
Extreme Temperature
Not Applicable
Employee Health
Functional Assessment
Hazardous Drug Exposure
Fit Testing Required
I
Yes
Yes
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
- Website
- http://www.altru.org/careers/
- Telephone
- 701-780-5123
- Location
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Grand Forks
North Dakota
US
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