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Beacon Health System · 3 months ago

Surgical Technologist - Open Heart

Kalamazoo, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Beacon Health System is dedicated to delivering outstanding care and inspiring health. They are seeking a Surgical Technologist for Open Heart procedures who will assist the surgical team and provide patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse, demonstrating advanced knowledge of surgical techniques and instrumentation.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Follows the aseptic technique standard within the surgical setting and corrects any break in technique

Arranges operating room equipment and supplies following surgeons preference card and procedure requirements

Follows policy and procedure standards for sponge, needle and instrument counts

Receives, prepares and maintains tissue and lab specimens for pathologys

Uses the computer to pull preference cards and mark supplies used in room set up

Maintains a working knowledge of all specialty areas, roles and responsibilities of the Surgical Technologist in the surgical setting

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements

Qualification

Surgical Technologist experienceBLS certificationCertified Surgical TechnologistAnatomy knowledgeAseptic techniqueEffective communicationTeam collaborationInitiative

Required

Assists the surgical team to provide patient care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse

Demonstrates increasing knowledge of physical and technical requirements of surgical intervention: Highly complex surgical cases/specialty resources

Acts as a resource person regarding instrumentation requirements, availability and set up

Able and willing to troubleshoot

Demonstrates advanced knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Ability to scrub more than three specialties proficiently

Willingness to assist circulator and takes initiative to ensure availability of necessary equipment

Expert in chosen specialty area; performs all specialty procedures independently, is identified as a resource person for more than 1 specialty

Acts as preceptor to actively train new staff and participate in the orientation process, offering performance feedback to management

Responsible for maintaining effective communication skills

Participates in monitoring and maintaining resources in specific department

Understands and contributes to the vision/mission and goals of the department

Works in a secure department with access to areas where medications are stored

Handles and labels medications on the sterile field under the direct supervision of licensed personnel

Follows the aseptic technique standard within the surgical setting and corrects any break in technique

Arranges operating room equipment and supplies following surgeons preference card and procedure requirements

Follows policy and procedure standards for sponge, needle and instrument counts

Receives, prepares and maintains tissue and lab specimens for pathologys

Uses the computer to pull preference cards and mark supplies used in room set up

Maintains a working knowledge of all specialty areas, roles and responsibilities of the Surgical Technologist in the surgical setting

Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared

Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes

Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes

Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year

Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department

Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self

Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance

Complies with established organization and department policies

Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required

BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date

High school diploma/GED required

Two (2) years of current surgical technologist experience required

Preferred

Certified Surgical Technologist credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date preferred

Completion of an approved Surgical Technologist program prior to hire date or job transfer date preferred

Five (5) years of relevant experience preferred

Company

Beacon Health System

Beacon Health System is a Hospital & Health Care centre providing health care facilities

Founded in 2012

South Bend, Indiana, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://beaconhealthsystem.org/

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