Surgical Technician Apprentice - ACC Operating Room (No Weekends, No Nights)

OverviewAs a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AAThis position assists the surgical team by acting in the role of the scrub person who handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures under the direct supervision of a qualified preceptor. The student maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field and assists with maintaining equipment and instruments. While completing clinical rotations, all student activities associated with the Surgical Technology college curriculum will be educational in nature. Surgical Tech student employees are in a "learning role" and will not be substituted for a trained employee within the clinical institution in the capacity of a competent surgical technologist.ResponsibilitiesThis position is under the direct supervision of a qualified preceptor in the scrub role.Checks supplies/instrumentation and equipment needed for surgical procedures and ensures they are working properly.Opens sterile supplies and sets up the table for each surgical procedure.Provides a sterile field for surgical procedures. Ensures that the members of the surgical team are properly attired and assists the surgeon with draping the patient to isolate the operative site.Assists in the maintenance of the sterile field by applying principles of aseptic techniques and informing the surgeon/surgical team of infractions.Anticipates and passes instruments and supplies to the surgeon.Counts sponges and sharps with the R.N. prior to the surgery and before the incision is closed.Cleans, wraps and prepares the instruments for sterilization.Assists in the maintenance of specialty surgical services.Prepares the sterile dressing for the patient’s incision.Knowledge / Skills / AbilitiesKnowledge of medical terminology, physiology and anatomy.Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.Provide care appropriate to the population served.The Surgical Technology Student has the authority to identify the operating room staff when there is a break in the sterile field and to take appropriate corrective measures. This requires good interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy.Ability to ensure the proper care, maintenance and coordination of surgical instruments and supplies.The student must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.QualificationsQualifications RequiredConcurrent enrollment in an accredited O.R. Technician program.Licenses RequiredCurrent RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.Working Conditions and Physical DemandsThis position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners and behavioral health patients. Personal Protective Equipment must be worn. The position requires standing or walking for long periods of time.Physical RequirementsCarryingColor DeterminationFar VisionLiftingListeningManual DexterityNear VisionPulling and/or PushingReachingSittingSpeakingStandingWalkingMulti-lingual Candidates WelcomedEEO StatementUniversity of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law.

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