Atrium Health
Surgical Technologist III - Atrium Health Pineville Maternity, Full Time Nights
Atrium Health, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Overview
This position is sign-on bonus eligible! Experienced Full Time Surgical Technologists are eligible for a sign-on bonus with a one-year commitment. New Graduate and Part Time Surgical Technologists are also eligible for a sign-on bonus with a one-year commitment.Job Summary:Applies advanced surgical technology skills to assist in providing patient care in the surgical suite while maintaining a safe work environment and performing all related job responsibilities. Ensures quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly vigilant for maintenance of the sterile field.Essential Functions:Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application.Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during, and after surgical procedures.Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment, and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with all aspects of room turnover.Performs duties according to department policy and procedure.Monitors surgical supplies for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used judiciously; charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately.Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion.Attends in-services/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department-related issues and participates in the Performance Improvement Process.Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals.Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards.Serves as a preceptor and a clinical resource to others.Assumes responsibility for individual specified unit clinical projects as required.Physical Requirements:Works with occasional intermittent noise and exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, and chemicals. Ability to communicate and write. Strenuous physical effort will require walking, stretching, bending, climbing stairs, twisting, and squatting or kneeling while performing tasks. May have lengthy periods of standing. Requires frequent use of side vision, lifting, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds. Use of both hands and all fingers is required for gripping, speed work, and precision during the operation of equipment/instruments and movement/positioning of surgical patients. Vision and hearing for distances of up to 20 feet is required, along with depth perception and the ability to distinguish basic colors.Ability to work for lengthy or irregular work hours, rotating shifts, working on hard surfaces, being near moving equipment, changes in temperature, humidity, and exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens.Education, Training, and Experience:Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of a military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist. 5 years of operating room experience in the surgical technologist role required. Current certification required. Meets all ST III qualifications of the Surgical Tech Ladder.
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This position is sign-on bonus eligible! Experienced Full Time Surgical Technologists are eligible for a sign-on bonus with a one-year commitment. New Graduate and Part Time Surgical Technologists are also eligible for a sign-on bonus with a one-year commitment.Job Summary:Applies advanced surgical technology skills to assist in providing patient care in the surgical suite while maintaining a safe work environment and performing all related job responsibilities. Ensures quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly vigilant for maintenance of the sterile field.Essential Functions:Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application.Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during, and after surgical procedures.Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment, and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with all aspects of room turnover.Performs duties according to department policy and procedure.Monitors surgical supplies for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used judiciously; charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately.Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion.Attends in-services/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department-related issues and participates in the Performance Improvement Process.Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals.Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards.Serves as a preceptor and a clinical resource to others.Assumes responsibility for individual specified unit clinical projects as required.Physical Requirements:Works with occasional intermittent noise and exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, and chemicals. Ability to communicate and write. Strenuous physical effort will require walking, stretching, bending, climbing stairs, twisting, and squatting or kneeling while performing tasks. May have lengthy periods of standing. Requires frequent use of side vision, lifting, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds. Use of both hands and all fingers is required for gripping, speed work, and precision during the operation of equipment/instruments and movement/positioning of surgical patients. Vision and hearing for distances of up to 20 feet is required, along with depth perception and the ability to distinguish basic colors.Ability to work for lengthy or irregular work hours, rotating shifts, working on hard surfaces, being near moving equipment, changes in temperature, humidity, and exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens.Education, Training, and Experience:Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of a military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist. 5 years of operating room experience in the surgical technologist role required. Current certification required. Meets all ST III qualifications of the Surgical Tech Ladder.
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