Surgical Technologist
- Employer
- Glacial Ridge Health System
- Location
- Glenwood, MN
- Salary
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- Industry
- Healthcare
- Role
- Other
- Job Type
- Long-Term
- Hours
- Full Time
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Job Details
SUMMARY: Responsible to O.R. Supervisor for completing job as well as maintaining high degree of patient safety and strict infection control procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Satisfactorily has completed training as a surgical technician. LPN staff with training in the surgical technician position. Nursing Assistant training may be considered.
* Special training in the principles of sterilization.
* Must be very conscientious about doing work carefully and accurately.
* Must meet physical requirements of job.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Assist in the care, preparation and maintenance of sterile and unsterile items in O.R.
* Use sterile technique when applicable. Monitor and report any breaks in technique.
* Provide for patient safety.
* Provide care that exceeds patient expectations.
* Restock sterile supplies in the OR, ER and surgical suite.
* Check supplies for outdating.
* Check preventive maintenance schedule and do required procedures.
* Assist in surgery as necessary.
* Assist with outpatient/inpatient procedures (pericentesis, thoracentesis, bone marrow biopsy, epidurals).
* Maintain cleaning supplies in ER for instruments.
* Keep a record of procedures performed.
* Assist with Endoscopic procedures (records, procedures, cleaning and upkeep of scope and all related items).
* Assist in other areas of the hospital as trained and directed.
* Other duties as assigned.
RESPONSIBILITIES ON SURGERY DAY:
* Wipe down surfaces in the OR to prep.
* Assist in setting up room.
* Help transfer patient to and from OR.
* Assist in post-surgery cleaning.
* Wipe the outer surfaces of the Neptune.
* Mop floor with disinfectant solution.
* Set up the OR with the supplies from the turnover kit.
* Assist surgeon as needed.
* Responsible to perform accurate counts with the Circulating Nurse.
* Assist with sterilizing instruments.
* Detailed policy available upon request or upon hire regarding set-up duties for day of surgery.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
* To provide for overall safe and productive environment that meets or exceeds standards set by the organization.
* To be a team player, to be a self starter.
* To be able to tolerate extended periods of standing while assisting during surgery.
* Regular attendance is necessary for continued employment.
Excellent benefits include: health insurance, dental insurance, paid time off, health savings account, flexible spending account, retirement plan and more.
Fill out application online by clicking on the ''apply'' button
or for questions email: Alexis.Guggisberg@glacialridge.org
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Satisfactorily has completed training as a surgical technician. LPN staff with training in the surgical technician position. Nursing Assistant training may be considered.
* Special training in the principles of sterilization.
* Must be very conscientious about doing work carefully and accurately.
* Must meet physical requirements of job.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Assist in the care, preparation and maintenance of sterile and unsterile items in O.R.
* Use sterile technique when applicable. Monitor and report any breaks in technique.
* Provide for patient safety.
* Provide care that exceeds patient expectations.
* Restock sterile supplies in the OR, ER and surgical suite.
* Check supplies for outdating.
* Check preventive maintenance schedule and do required procedures.
* Assist in surgery as necessary.
* Assist with outpatient/inpatient procedures (pericentesis, thoracentesis, bone marrow biopsy, epidurals).
* Maintain cleaning supplies in ER for instruments.
* Keep a record of procedures performed.
* Assist with Endoscopic procedures (records, procedures, cleaning and upkeep of scope and all related items).
* Assist in other areas of the hospital as trained and directed.
* Other duties as assigned.
RESPONSIBILITIES ON SURGERY DAY:
* Wipe down surfaces in the OR to prep.
* Assist in setting up room.
* Help transfer patient to and from OR.
* Assist in post-surgery cleaning.
* Wipe the outer surfaces of the Neptune.
* Mop floor with disinfectant solution.
* Set up the OR with the supplies from the turnover kit.
* Assist surgeon as needed.
* Responsible to perform accurate counts with the Circulating Nurse.
* Assist with sterilizing instruments.
* Detailed policy available upon request or upon hire regarding set-up duties for day of surgery.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
* To provide for overall safe and productive environment that meets or exceeds standards set by the organization.
* To be a team player, to be a self starter.
* To be able to tolerate extended periods of standing while assisting during surgery.
* Regular attendance is necessary for continued employment.
Excellent benefits include: health insurance, dental insurance, paid time off, health savings account, flexible spending account, retirement plan and more.
Fill out application online by clicking on the ''apply'' button
or for questions email: Alexis.Guggisberg@glacialridge.org
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