EmergencyMD
Certified Surgical Tech/Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time
EmergencyMD, Ithaca, New York, United States,
Certified Surgical Tech/Licensed Practical Nurse - Full-Time
15K Sign on bonus!
Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.
CSTs at Cayuga Medical Center are an integral part of the collaborative interdisciplinary team devoted to the delivery of comprehensive and compassionate care to the Tompkins County community. CSTs are able to practice at their full scope of practice, and have the opportunity to engage in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs and services with the goal of improving patient outcomes, and execute an optimal plan of care in a shared governance environment.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Adheres to AORN standards and hospital policies, including surgical hand scrubs, counts, and time-out procedures, to maintain operative patient care quality and safety.
Prepares the patient environment by stocking rooms, cleaning equipment, and maintaining infection control through proper handling and universal precautions.
Anticipates surgeon and anesthesia needs using preference cards, assembling necessary supplies, instrumentation, and equipment for each procedure.
Assists with patient positioning and preparation, and responds appropriately to changes in patient needs during operative procedures.
Identifies and mitigates potential safety hazards by removing faulty equipment and placing work orders for repairs.
Demonstrates flexibility, accountability, and continuous learning by participating in in-service education, performance improvement activities, and adapting to changes as needed.
Plans and organizes tasks efficiently to meet patient care requirements and unit needs, staying beyond the shift if necessary.
Required Skills and Experience:
License: NBSTSA or NCCT certification, or LPN license
Minimum education: must be a graduate of an Accredited Surgical Technology program, and eligible for certification
Physical Requirements:
Requires repetitive use of hands and fingers, such as using a computer keyboard, and involves lifting and carrying light loads up to 40 lbs.
Involves physical activities like stooping, kneeling, and reaching to manage equipment, boxes, IV solutions, and filing documents.
Necessitates prolonged periods of sitting, walking, or standing, and the physical ability to operate job-related equipment.
Location and Travel Requirements:
Onsite
Pay Range Disclosure:
$30.00 to $39.28 per hour
Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.
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15K Sign on bonus!
Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.
CSTs at Cayuga Medical Center are an integral part of the collaborative interdisciplinary team devoted to the delivery of comprehensive and compassionate care to the Tompkins County community. CSTs are able to practice at their full scope of practice, and have the opportunity to engage in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs and services with the goal of improving patient outcomes, and execute an optimal plan of care in a shared governance environment.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Adheres to AORN standards and hospital policies, including surgical hand scrubs, counts, and time-out procedures, to maintain operative patient care quality and safety.
Prepares the patient environment by stocking rooms, cleaning equipment, and maintaining infection control through proper handling and universal precautions.
Anticipates surgeon and anesthesia needs using preference cards, assembling necessary supplies, instrumentation, and equipment for each procedure.
Assists with patient positioning and preparation, and responds appropriately to changes in patient needs during operative procedures.
Identifies and mitigates potential safety hazards by removing faulty equipment and placing work orders for repairs.
Demonstrates flexibility, accountability, and continuous learning by participating in in-service education, performance improvement activities, and adapting to changes as needed.
Plans and organizes tasks efficiently to meet patient care requirements and unit needs, staying beyond the shift if necessary.
Required Skills and Experience:
License: NBSTSA or NCCT certification, or LPN license
Minimum education: must be a graduate of an Accredited Surgical Technology program, and eligible for certification
Physical Requirements:
Requires repetitive use of hands and fingers, such as using a computer keyboard, and involves lifting and carrying light loads up to 40 lbs.
Involves physical activities like stooping, kneeling, and reaching to manage equipment, boxes, IV solutions, and filing documents.
Necessitates prolonged periods of sitting, walking, or standing, and the physical ability to operate job-related equipment.
Location and Travel Requirements:
Onsite
Pay Range Disclosure:
$30.00 to $39.28 per hour
Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.
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