Surgical Technologist (Flint Hills) - Operating & Recovery - PRN

Position Status: Part time Shift: Other (United States of America) Hours per week: 0 Job Information Exemption Status: Non-Exempt A Brief Overview The scrub Surgical Technologist handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment before, during, and after the surgical procedure. They have an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. They the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field. Education Qualifications Associate's Degree Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program, 6 months surgical tech experience in lieu of education. Required Experience Qualifications 6 months of recent surgical technologist experience in the operating room. Graduation from a Surgical Technologist Program may be used in lieu of experience. Required Skills and Abilities Fosters positive working relationships with all health care customers. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates awareness of self-responsibility for own practice. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates cost effectiveness in use of supplies and equipment. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Certified Surgical Technologist - AST Preferred or Certified Surgical Technologist - NBSTSA Preferred What you will do Checks supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedure. Anticipates problem areas and adjusts instrumentation to individual patient. Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, and equipment prior to patient entry. Cleans and prepares instruments for transport to decontamination Assists team members to place and position patient on O.R. table. Performs surgical scrubs, gowning, and gloving appropriately. Helps in draping the sterile field. Maintains highest standard of sterile technique and promptly reports any compromise. Performs surgical scrubs, gowning, and gloving appropriately. Mixes and labels all medications under the supervision of the RN Circulator. Performs appropriate counts with the RN Circulator prior to the operation and before the incision is closed. Hands instruments and supplies to surgeon, holds retractors, cuts sutures, and performs tasks as directed by surgeon during the operation. Wound closure is specific to Certified First Assistant (CFA) duties and is referenced to the Certified First Assistant (CFA) job description. Assists other members of the team with terminal cleaning of room Assists in prepping room for the next patient. Attends to proper care and handling of specimens while they are on the sterile field. Places sterile dressings on patient following surgery. Required for All Jobs Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability On-Site; No Remote Scope No Supervisory Responsibility No Budget Responsibility Physical Demands Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Carrying: Frequently 3-5 Hours Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Gross Hand): Occasionally 1-3 Hours Handling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Kneeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 100 lbs Operate Foot Controls: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Sitting: Rarely less than 1 hour Standing: Frequently 3-5 Hours Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Physical Demand Comments: May assist with lifting patients. Working Conditions Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour Needle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Noise/Sounds: Rarely less than 1 hour Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment. Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.