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Banner Health

OR Surgical Technologist Services Coordinator

Banner Health, Fort Collins, Colorado, us, 80523


OR Surgical Technologist Services CoordinatorPrimary City/State:

Fort Collins, Colorado

Department Name:

Surg-Hosp

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

Primary Location Salary Range:

$29.96 - $49.93 / hour, based on education & experience

In accordance with State Pay Transparency Rules.

As an OR Surgical Technologist Services Coordinator, you will select and place surgical instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery. This role also scrubs and provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during surgical procedures. You will serve as an informal leader to the Surg Tech team, supporting the clinical work of the department.

We currently have an opening at Banner Fort Collins Medical Center for a full-time position working 645AM to 315PM Monday through Friday.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position selects and places surgical instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery. Scrubs and provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during surgical procedures. Serves as an informal leader to the Surg Tech team, supporting the clinical work of the department.

CORE FUNCTIONS

Prepares for surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instruments and supplies and ensures good working order of instruments. Reviews case carts for correct instruments and supplies. Plans ahead for upcoming surgical case needs.

Anticipates the surgeon's needs. Passes instruments and retracts tissue.

Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into case cart for processing. Participates in counting of sharps, instruments and sponges. Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.

Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate. Evaluates quality and safety, seeking opportunities for improvement in patient care.

Assists with OR turnover between cases. Participates in stocking, replenishing supplies and cleaning operating rooms.

May provide business support to the department including assigned administrative tasks.

Provides clinical oversight for supplies, instruments and efficiency. Manages preference cards in coordination with key stakeholders involved. Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate. Evaluates quality and safety, seeking opportunities for improvement in patient care.

Facilitates educational and onboarding support for new surg tech hires, physicians, resident physicians, students.

This position follows safety procedures in regard to medication labeling, appropriate handling of specimens, appropriate handling of sharps, time-out procedure, radiation and laser safety, infection control, assembling and disassembling instruments. Participates in emergency call rotation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED and current basic life support certification. Certified as a surgical technologist with one to two years of experience OR three to four years of experience in a surgical technologist role. Where applicable must be registered with State Regulatory Agency.

The position requires manual dexterity and the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations. The position requires the ability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly and the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient. Must stay abreast of new developments in the field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner):

2024-12-21

EEO Statement:

EEO/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

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