Surgical Technologist – Permanent Opportunity | Delaware

Surgical Technologist – Permanent Opportunity | Delaware

Permanent & Full-Time Direct Hire
Surgical Services | Orthopedic Surgery | Hospital/Clinical Setting

A surgical services department located in northern Delaware is seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist to join its operating room team. This opportunity is well suited for a Surgical Technologist with strong surgical experience who is looking to join a collaborative team focused on providing high-quality orthopedic and procedural care.

Schedule

• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• Surgical services environment
• Orthopedic-focused surgical setting
• Schedule and shift details to be discussed during the interview process
• Weekend, holiday, or on-call responsibilities may be required based on departmental needs
• Schedule may vary according to surgical volume and patient-care requirements

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms for scheduled surgical procedures.
• Verify that instruments, supplies, and equipment are available and properly prepared.
• Assist with operating room setup according to the procedure being performed.
• Maintain sterile technique throughout surgical procedures.
• Perform surgical counts of instruments, sponges, needles, and other supplies.
• Scrub in and assist surgeons and other members of the surgical team.
• Pass instruments, supplies, and equipment to the surgeon during procedures.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and surgical team.
• Assist with patient positioning and preparation for surgical procedures.
• Prepare and maintain the sterile field.
• Assist with surgical site preparation and draping.
• Handle and identify surgical specimens according to established procedures.
• Operate surgical equipment safely and effectively.
• Monitor the sterile field and promptly address breaks in sterile technique.
• Follow infection-control, aseptic-technique, and patient-safety standards.
• Assist with operating room turnover and preparation between procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation related to surgical procedures and supplies.
• Ensure instruments and equipment are handled appropriately following procedures.
• Respond appropriately to urgent and emergent surgical situations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized operating room environment.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia personnel, and other healthcare professionals.
• Protect patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA requirements.
• Participate in quality-improvement and patient-safety initiatives.
• Perform additional Surgical Technologist responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous Surgical Technologist experience required.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program required.
• Surgical Technologist certification/credentialing required according to applicable facility requirements.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures, anatomy, instrumentation, and sterile technique.
• Orthopedic surgical experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a fast-paced operating room environment.
• Strong understanding of infection prevention and surgical safety standards.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of surgeons and other surgical team members.
• Strong patient-care and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Strong critical-thinking and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to remain calm and focused during surgical procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Commitment to patient safety, sterile technique, and quality patient care.
• Ability to meet scheduling, call, weekend, and holiday requirements as applicable.

Position Highlights

• Permanent, full-time direct-hire opportunity.
• Surgical services environment.
• Orthopedic-focused surgical experience.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced surgical and clinical professionals.
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment.
• Opportunity for an experienced Surgical Technologist seeking a permanent position in Delaware.
• Located in northern Delaware, approximately one hour from Dover, Delaware.

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