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LexisNexis · 1 day ago

Surgical Technologist lll

Boston, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$36/hr - $43/hr

3+ years exp

LexisNexis is seeking a Surgical Technologist lll to provide medical and clinical support services to patients during surgical procedures. This expert role involves assisting the surgical team in the Operating Room, maintaining aseptic technique, and coordinating surgical services while ensuring a safe environment for patients.

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Responsibilities

Functions professionally and independently 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

Displays leadership qualities and acts as a role model and mentor

Remains knowledgeable about equipment ensuring safe and efficient utilization across multiple surgical specialties

Qualification

Surgical Technologist CertificationExpert aseptic techniqueAdvanced anatomy knowledgeBasic Life Support CertificationComputer skillsInterpersonal skillsLeadership qualities

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

3 Years to Less than 8 Years of healthcare experience

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Expert knowledge of aseptic technique and infection prevention practices

Advanced 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 superior knowledge and expert clinical practice while assisting with advanced procedure types within their surgical specialty area

Demonstrates expert knowledge of the advanced instrumentation and surgical equipment utilized within their specialty area

Displays excellent knowledge and skills related to procedures performed outside of their surgical specialty area and demonstrates the ability to proficiently support multiple service lines and case types within the Operating Room