Olmsted Medical Center ยท 2 months ago
Certified Surgical Technologist - Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) - Owatonna
Olmsted Medical Center is a healthcare provider dedicated to offering high-quality medical services. They are seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to assist in surgical procedures by preparing sterile environments and supporting the surgical team.
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Responsibilities
Sets up sterile back table and Mayo stand with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for the surgical procedure
Performs initial counts procedure with the RN circulator
Assists team members with gowning and gloving
Assists with draping and establishing of sterile field
Actively participates in surgical timeout
Anticipates the needs of the surgeon
Measures and passes medications, hemostatic agents, and irrigation solutions on the sterile field
Holds retractors as directed by the surgeon
Applies suction and sponges to the operative site as needed
Cuts suture material as directed by the surgeon
May apply electrocautery to forceps and clamps on bleeders
Prepares sterile dressings
Prepares and passes off specimens
Cleans and prepares instruments for sterilization
Assists other members of the team with room turnover
Performs work duties in a dependable manner
Demonstrates open communication; team oriented
Maintains confidentiality
Maintains ongoing self-development
Acts in a professional manner
Lifting, pushing, and pulling instruments and pans throughout the sterilization process
Performs repetitive motions throughout shift
May function in the role of surgical first assistant with additional education and training
May assist RN circulator (e.g. obtaining additional instruments, supplies, and equipment) if necessary
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program
Surgical technologist certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
BLS certified within 90 days of hire
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Basic Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Employer Paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
Adoption Assistance Plan