Advocate Aurora Health · 5 months ago
Surgical Technologist III, Atrium Health University City, PRN
Atrium Health University City - 8800 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$26.10/hr - $39.15/hr
5+ years expAdvocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. The Surgical Technologist III applies advanced surgical technology skills to assist in providing patient care in the surgical suite while ensuring quality patient care during operative procedures and maintaining a safe work environment.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application
Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure
Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with all aspects of room turnover
Performs duties according to department policy and procedure
Monitors surgical supplies for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used in a judicious manner, charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately
Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion
Attends in-services/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department related issues and participates in Performance Improvement Process
Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals
Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards
Serves as a preceptor and a clinical resource to others
Assumes responsibility for individual specified unit clinical projects as required
Qualification
Required
Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist
5 years of operating room experience in surgical technologist role required
Current certification required
Meets all ST III qualifications of Surgical Tech Ladder
Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application
Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure
Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with all aspects of room turnover
Performs duties according to department policy and procedure
Monitors surgical supplies for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used in a judicious manner, charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately
Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion
Attends in-services/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department related issues and participates in Performance Improvement Process
Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals
Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards
Serves as a preceptor and a clinical resource to others
Assumes responsibility for individual specified unit clinical projects as required
Ability to communicate and write
Ability to work for lengthy, or irregular work hours, rotating shifts, working on hard surfaces, being near moving equipment, changes in temperature, humidity, and exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens
Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds
Use of both hands and all fingers and is required to use hands for gripping, speed work and precision during the operation equipment/instruments and movement/positioning of surgical patients
Vision and hearing for distances of up to twenty 20 feet is required, depth perception and able to distinguish basic colors is required
Benefits
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Company
Advocate Aurora Health
Advocate Aurora Health is a Healthcare
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$10.17MKey Investors
National Cancer Institute
2022-12-02Acquired
2019-08-20Grant· $10.17M
Leadership Team
Don Fosen - CISM, HCISPP
Chief Technology Officer
Jon Kluge
Chief Operating Officer, Senior Vice President, Advocate Aurora Medical Group
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