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Geisinger · 4 weeks ago

Ambulatory Surgical Technologist - Per Diem

Danville, PA

Part-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Geisinger is a healthcare organization dedicated to patient care and community support. The Ambulatory Surgical Technologist will assist surgeons during procedures, ensuring patient safety and the proper functioning of surgical environments.

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Responsibilities

Assists in the coordination of treatments with other disciplines

Provides basic patient assistance

Connects patients to clinical equipment as needed

Practices aseptic techniques while preparing for surgery including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and setting up instrument table

Actively participates in surgical timeout

Identifies correct surgical site with the circulating Registered Nurse and surgeon for operative procedures

Maintains an accurate account of supplies including sponges, needles and instruments, per policy

Prepares, identifies and verifies all specimens obtained during the surgical procedure

Prepares room in a timely manner with all anticipated instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment for each individual surgical procedure

Disposes of linens, needles, and sharps in appropriate containers

Assesses wounds and applies or changes sterile dressing as instructed by the Registered Nurse and Surgeon

Anticipates needs of surgeon during the intra-operative phase

Cleans and prepares room between procedures and organizes effectively for end-of-case cleanup

Reports to the Registered Nurse, reactions, results of procedures, and any changes observed in the patient's condition

Documents pertinent medical information and initiates emergency procedures where indicated

Restocks Operating rooms, monitors inventory and pulls case supplies for the following day

Assists in the training of new personnel in the primary area of responsibility

Qualification

CertificationSurgical assistanceAseptic techniquesPatient careTeam collaboration

Required

Certification

Graduate from Specialty Training Program

Preferred

Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience

Benefits

401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions

MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive

Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.

Company

Geisinger

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Geisinger is a health and wellness organization that offers orthopaedic, weight-management, and heart care services. It is a sub-organization of Risant Health.

Founded in 1915

Danville, Pennsylvania, USA

10001+ employees