Advocate Aurora Health · 4 months ago
Surgical Technologist III - Atrium Health Lake Norman Maternity Part Time Day
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, providing care under various names across multiple states. They are seeking a Surgical Technologist III to assist in surgical procedures by preparing supplies, ensuring sterility, and supporting the surgical team in a maternity setting.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application
Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure
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 in a judicious manner, 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 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
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED required
Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider required
Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist
Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application
Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure
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 in a judicious manner, 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 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
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 and is required to use hands for gripping, speed work and precision during the operation equipment/instruments and movement/positioning of surgical patients
Vision and hearing for distances of up to twenty 20 feet is required, depth perception and able to distinguish basic colors is required
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
Preferred
Current certification preferred
Benefits
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Company
Advocate Aurora Health
Advocate Aurora Health is a Healthcare
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$10.17MKey Investors
National Cancer Institute
2022-12-02Acquired
2019-08-20Grant· $10.17M
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