Surgical Technologist
Location: Springfield Missouri
Description: Mercy is currently seeking to employ Surgical Technologist right now, this job will be placed in Missouri. Further informations about this job opportunity kindly read the description below.
- Operating Room, Orthopedic Hospital
Provide direct patient care under the direct supervision of the surgeon, and the circulating Registered Nurse consistent w! ith the established standards of practice, the goals of St. John’s Health System, the philosophy of the Sister’s of Mercy and the Employee Code of Conduct. Efficiently set-up surgical cases for Orthopedics, providing equipment and supplies based on patient needs and surgeon preference. Demonstrate technical skills related to: creating and maintaining a sterile field; performing instrument, sponge, and sharp counts; and assisting other OR staff per patient safety and direct patient care policies. Functions as resource person for newly hired Surgical Technicians and students of visiting Surgical Technology schools. Performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Successful completion of a recognized Surgical Technologist course and/or possesses Surgical Technologist experience in a hospital setting.
Experience: Surgical Technologist experience in a hospital setting.
Licensure: None required.
Certifica! tions: Must have a current American Heart Association Heal! thcare Provider card or complete a course within their probation period. Obtain First Assist within established timeframe based on Orthopedic Hospital Policy.
Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: May be required to work differing schedules, shifts, days of the week, or work frequency of the week, or work frequency according to patient requirements.
Working Conditions, Mental and Physical Requirements: Stand and walk most of the time on duty. Lift/push patients on stretchers. Lift/Push equipment and instrument sets. Must have good working knowledge of surgical procedures, instruments, sets, and equipment. Work with contaminated instruments and equipment. Requires strict adherence to Universal Precautions. Must be able to work in fast-paced environment with occasional high-stress situations. Will be required to work on call shifts at various locations.
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This job starts available on: Tue, 25 Jun 2013 20:28:12 GMT