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Shields Health · 3 months ago

Surgical Technologist

Medford, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$34/hr - $48/hr

1+ years exp

Shields Health is a healthcare provider seeking a Surgical Technologist to prepare the operating room and assist during surgical procedures. The role involves managing instruments, supplies, and maintaining a sterile environment while anticipating the needs of the surgical team.

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Responsibilities

Actively works to promote and maintain an organizational culture that enhances our standing as the best place to work and receive care

Active engagement in staff meetings, department meetings, in-services, educational requirements, etc

Selects and checks case carts and preference cards for correct instrument pan(s), packs, sterile supplies, and additional items needed for the case to facilitate timely procedure start times, efficient and timely procedure progress, and complete case set ups

Anticipates the need for special equipment and supplies before the procedure and requests it from the circulating nurse

Checks that instruments and equipment are in safe working order

Displays knowledge of the care and handling of instruments, supplies, and equipment

Prepares and maintains a safe patient care environment within the OR suite

Maintains the integrity of all sterile goods by close observation of sterile conscience, monitoring of packaging and handling

Anticipates the needs of the surgeon by passing instruments and supplies during the procedure, while preparing for additional instrumentation, equipment, and supply needs throughout the procedure

Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure

Handles medications, hemostatic agents, and irrigation solutions as dispensed to the sterile field by a Registered Nurse for surgeon use

Demonstrates knowledge of The Surgery Center’s current policies and procedures

Performs initial and closing counts on instruments, sharps, and sponges. Per The Surgery Center’s policy and procedure, performs additional counts as needed

Prepares and hands off specimens carefully to the circulating nurse, without compromising staff safety or labeling accuracy

Identifies, selects, and performs correct decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization method for equipment and instrumentation for various surgical procedures. At the end of cases, cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization

Assists with stripping, cleaning, and setting up the OR suite for own/other’s cases with efficiency and speed

Assists with OR flow as required

Assists in the maintenance of equipment and instrumentation to facilitate durability and availability for future procedures

Contributes to meeting the fluctuating staffing needs of the department as evidenced by flexibility in own assignment and work schedule

Demonstrates initiative and collaborates professionally with caregivers in/out of the OR suite

Promotes teamwork by assisting with the precepting of new caregivers

Identifies areas of conflict, intervenes effectively, or seeks assistance in conflict resolution

Qualification

Surgical Technician CertificationSterile TechniqueInstrument HandlingAmbulatory Surgery ExperienceBasic Life Support CertificationDesire to ExcelTeam PlayerAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCalm Under PressureCommunication Skills

Required

Completion of an accredited surgical technician program or equivalent from an accredited school is required

Certification (CST) required within 1 year of program completion

Mass experience prior to July 2013

Minimum of one (1) year work experience as a surgical technician is required

Currently holds American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) or AHA approved equivalent (or obtains within three (3) months of hire)

Lift 10 lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15 lbs. Push/pull 20 lbs. cart

Lift and carry 25-35 lbs. Push/pull 50-100 lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200 lbs. (Patients on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200 lbs. (ie. Patient)

Lift over 50 lbs. Carry 80 lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200 lbs. (ie. Patients on bed, stretcher)

Preferred

Experience in Ambulatory Surgery or Outpatient Surgery preferred

Experience scrubbing in on variety of cases (orthopedic, plastics, general, and urology) preferred

Experience in Sterile Processing Department is preferred

Great team player

Strong attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Strong communication skills

Inherent desire to go above and beyond

Benefits

Company

Shields Health

Shields Health is an independent, New England-based medical service provider with a national reputation for blending exceptional customer service with superior technology.

Founded in 1986

Quincy, Massachusetts, USA

501-1000 employees