Alomere Health
Surgical Technologist (CST)- Hospital
Alomere Health, Alexandria, Minnesota, United States, 56308
Department
Operating Room
FTE (Full Time Equivalent)
Part Time (.9) 72 hours per pay period
Hours
Variable start times as follows: Beginning of shifts start from 6:00am to 9:00am, while shifts conclude between 2:30pm and 5:30pm. Weekend call- Varies depending on staff availability
Position Objective
The Surgical Technologist is a member of the operating room. The position assists surgeons and other surgical staff during the surgical procedure. The Technologist works under the supervision of a surgeon, registered nurse, or other surgical personnel and maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field to maximize patient safety. The position ensures that the operating room environment is safe and needed equipment is available. The Surgical Technologist assists in the sterile processing department by performing sterilizing, assembly and storage of medical supplies and surgical equipment.
Essential Responsibilities
Pre-Surgery Help setup the operating room by ensuring the room is clean, wiped down, and all the equipment/instruments are available and in working order Stock surgical supplies Wash and sterilize all equipment by using germicides and sterilizers Account for needles, suture, sponges, and instruments Assist the Registered Nurse
During Surgery Anticipate the surgeons needs Ensure that there is a sterile field during all surgical procedures Observe and report a break in sterile techniques Operate and assemble lights, suction machines and other types of diagnostic equipment Count sponges, needles, and other supplies before and after all operations
Post-Surgery Clean and restock the operating room Reset up room with equipment and supplies for the next procedure Assist the Registered Nurse
Required Qualifications Completed a post-secondary certification or associate degree in the field of surgical technology
Preferred Qualifications Experience in a similar role Certification
Supervisory Responsibilities Mentor and orient new staff members May supervise Student Scrub Technicians
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong knowledge of current operating room techniques, procedures, instruments, and supplies
Benefit Status
Full Time
Union Position
No
FTE (Full Time Equivalent)
Part Time (.9) 72 hours per pay period
Hours
Variable start times as follows: Beginning of shifts start from 6:00am to 9:00am, while shifts conclude between 2:30pm and 5:30pm. Weekend call- Varies depending on staff availability
Position Objective
The Surgical Technologist is a member of the operating room. The position assists surgeons and other surgical staff during the surgical procedure. The Technologist works under the supervision of a surgeon, registered nurse, or other surgical personnel and maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field to maximize patient safety. The position ensures that the operating room environment is safe and needed equipment is available. The Surgical Technologist assists in the sterile processing department by performing sterilizing, assembly and storage of medical supplies and surgical equipment.
Essential Responsibilities
Pre-Surgery Help setup the operating room by ensuring the room is clean, wiped down, and all the equipment/instruments are available and in working order Stock surgical supplies Wash and sterilize all equipment by using germicides and sterilizers Account for needles, suture, sponges, and instruments Assist the Registered Nurse
During Surgery Anticipate the surgeons needs Ensure that there is a sterile field during all surgical procedures Observe and report a break in sterile techniques Operate and assemble lights, suction machines and other types of diagnostic equipment Count sponges, needles, and other supplies before and after all operations
Post-Surgery Clean and restock the operating room Reset up room with equipment and supplies for the next procedure Assist the Registered Nurse
Required Qualifications Completed a post-secondary certification or associate degree in the field of surgical technology
Preferred Qualifications Experience in a similar role Certification
Supervisory Responsibilities Mentor and orient new staff members May supervise Student Scrub Technicians
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong knowledge of current operating room techniques, procedures, instruments, and supplies
Benefit Status
Full Time
Union Position
No