Tufts Medicine · 1 month ago
Surgical Technologist II - Sign On Bonus Eligible (up to $7,500)
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$35/hr - $39/hr
1+ years expTufts Medicine is seeking a Surgical Technologist II to provide medical and clinical support services to patients during surgical procedures. The role involves assisting the surgical team in the Operating Room, maintaining aseptic technique, and preparing instruments and supplies for surgery.
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Responsibilities
Functions in a professional manner as the Surgical Technologist Operating Room on a wide variety and in all stages of surgical procedures
Maintains strict aseptic technique during set-up, patient draping and during surgical procedure
Scrubs on surgical cases, participates in surgery by organizing the instrumentation to the surgeon, participating in surgical counts
Selects and prepares the appropriate instruments, supplies and equipment for surgical cases
Performs related activities under the direction of the surgeon
Performs all counts with the circulating nurse according to Operating Room policy
Manages all intraoperative medications in accordance with Operating Room policy
Manages surgical specimens according to Physician’s orders and Hospital policy
Follows Operating Room procedures for the proper decontamination of instrumentation, equipment, and room turnover
Assists in the positioning, moving and transporting of patients as needed
Reports equipment and supply problems to the Charge Nurse, Service Lead or Clinical Nursing Director as needed
When not participating on surgical cases, assists with positioning obtaining needed items during surgery and assists in room turnover activities
Participates in Operating Room activities related to quality improvement, continuing education, orientation of new personnel and emergency preparedness
Remains knowledgeable about service specific equipment ensuring safe and efficient utilization
Maintains a collaborative work relationship with peers and colleagues in order to create a positive work environment
Performs the role of Preceptor for staff in training
Assists in orientation of new personnel (i.e. aides, orderlies, technicians, nurses, etc.) to the protocols, policies, rules and regulations of the Operating Suite
Remains knowledgeable about equipment ensuring safe and efficient utilization across multiple surgical specialties
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Before July 1, 2013, employed as a surgical technologist in a surgical facility; OR Successfully completed a training program for surgical technology in the military; OR Graduated from an accredited Surgical Tech Program
If employed as a Surgical Technologist after July 1, 2013, Surgical Technologist Certification (CST) is required
12 Months to Less than 3 Years of healthcare experience
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Ability to work within the semi-restricted and restricted environment of the Operating Room and other Perioperative support areas
Stands under hot surgical lights for prolonged periods of time
Possibility of muscle strain from lifting patients and heavy equipment, shocks and burns from cautery units and autoclaves. Possibility of cuts from sharp instruments
Frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals, blood and bodily fluids, extreme noise levels, radiation, lasers, drastic fluctuations in ambient temperature, etc
Ability to wear a protective lead apron for extended periods of time and exposure to radioactivity, harmful anesthesia gases and septic infections
Requires frequent lifting and positioning of patients, materials, equipment, power tools, instruments, etc
Frequent contacts with patients, physicians and nursing staff in Operating Room
Advanced knowledge of aseptic technique and infection prevention practices
Intermediate knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology to ensure that optimal patient care is provided
Intermediate knowledge of computers, surgical equipment, and infrastructure
Intermediate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span
Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with staff, patients, physicians, vendors, and other departments within the hospital
Demonstrates advanced knowledge in all procedures related to their surgical specialty area and has sufficient general knowledge to assist in other specialties as needed
Displays proficient knowledge and skills related to procedures performed outside of their surgical specialty area and demonstrates the ability to competently support multiple service lines and case types within the Operating Room
Benefits
Sign On Bonus Eligible (up to $7,500)
Company
Tufts Medicine
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