Surgical Tech

Overview Under the supervision of a licensed perioperative RN, provides patient care in the operative setting. Provides technical services and support for patients undergoing surgical procedures including scrubbing and circulating roles. Successful performance contributes to a holistic approach to the delivery of services, improved patient care, and a high level of satisfaction from patients and families. Why UnityPoint Health? Commitment to our Team - We've been named a 'Top Place to Work in Healthcare' for Third Consecutive Year' by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members. Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve. Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment - We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. Development - We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience. Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. Visit us at UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work. Responsibilities Utilizes critical thinking in performance of job duties and maintains proficiency relating to surgical technology. Scrubs independently on complicated surgical procedures in all specialties. Coordinates activities with registered nurses and other coworkers in planning and implementing care within hospital policies and legal limitations. Prepares the operating room for the arrival of surgical patients, assembles equipment, supplies, and instruments for surgical procedures according to preference cards and type of procedure. Assists the perioperative nurse with the provision of nursing care in assigned area following current GRMC policies and procedures and regulatory or accrediting standards Responsible for maintaining the integrity, safety and efficiency of the sterile field. Uses aseptic technique to arrange instruments and supplies. Performs instrument, sponge, and sharp counts. Demonstrates correct technique in handling of instruments, sutures, specimens, and medications. Learns & maintains knowledge of robotic system, instrumentation, & disposable products. Uses teamwork approach in achieving efficient set up, procedure & turn over times. Consistently delivers high quality care demonstrating surgical technology knowledge and skills in the operating room in accordance with established policies and procedures and standards of care. Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and patient experience by striving to exceed customer expectations Balances team and individual responsibilities; is open and objective to other's views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to positive team goals; and puts the success of the team above own interests. Demonstrates the knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately. Assists in maintaining a clean, orderly and safe environment. Utilizes a holistic approach (considering physical, psych/social, spiritual, educational, safety, and related criteria) appropriate to the age of the patients served in the assigned service area. Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service. Balances team and individual responsibilities, objective and open to other's views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to positive team goals, puts success of team above own interest. Performs on call duties for emergency surgeries after hours and on weekends on a rotating basis. Responds according to policy. Departmental Support Performs routine cleaning on equipment. Assists in department cleaning and storing/restocking of supplies and linen. Assists in OR room turnover, including opening sterile supplies and instruments. Performs tasks as delegated by OR team members. Assists with maintenance and sterilization of instruments and equipment as per manufacturer's instructions for use. Qualifications Education Required: Graduate of approved surgical technology course and eligible for certification. High School graduate or GED equivalent. Experience: Previous scrubbing experience preferred. License(s)/Certification(s): Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons. Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire. Certified Surgical Technologist preferred. Area of Interest: Allied Health; FTE/Hours per pay period: .01; Department: Operating Room; Shift: Varied, As Needed; Job ID: 147947;