(Archived) Surgical Technologist

Knightingale Health Services is a fresh, dedicated healthcare staffing company that specializes in locum and direct hire positions for local, state and federal hospitals across the nation. We strive to hire the best possible Physicians, Registered Nurses and Allied Health Professionals for our Clients while building long-lasting relationships with our candidates! We are currently seeking a qualified and self-motivated OR Surgical Technologist for a VA facility in Ann Arbor, MI. Please see more job details below:

SCHEDULE

Available shifts are a continuous 12-hour, 10-hour, and 8-hour shift, not including a 30-minute lunch break, between the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., local time, Monday thru Friday, excluding Federal holidays. Shifts are available at the discretion of the OR Manager.

DUTIES

• The Surgical Technologist (ST) shall perform as a member of the surgical team and provide assistance to the surgeon and other team members during surgical procedures

• The ST participates with the surgical team members in planning and implementing complex procedures under the general supervision of the surgeon and RN

• Function as a primary scrub person responsible for handling instruments, supplies, and equipment during all surgical procedures including, but not limited to: Open Heart, Thoracic, Vascular, Neurosurgery, Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology, Orthopedic, Urology, plastic, and general surgery procedures

• The ST shall set up the sterile field with all required items for all procedures, such as air-powered equipment, fiber optic equipment, laparoscopic equipment, microscopes, lasers, arthroscopy equipment, urologic equipment, and other operating room supplies and equipment

• Communicate effectively with all Perioperative team members

• Plan and discuss each procedure with surgical professionals and ensures that all supplies and equipment are available prior to the surgical procedure

• Prepare, organize, and maintain highly complex sterile surgical setups

• Shall complete medical record documentation in accordance with VAAAHS policies

• Observe and respond promptly to each stage of the surgical procedure and anticipates the needs of the surgeon by maintaining a high level of concentration for extended periods of time

The Surgical Technologist shall possess and demonstrate:

• Knowledge of surgical procedures performed

• Knowledge of aseptic technique and sterility

• Ability to prioritize assign tasks correctly based on past experience and judgment

• Ability to distinguish situations and decisions that are within the employee’s scope of practice from those that are above the employee’s level of expertise

• Perform other related duties as directed by the OR Manager or his/her designee

REQUIREMENTS

• Must have an active and unrestricted certification/license from ANY state

• At least 5 years of OR experience with the most recent two years in the OR

• BLS and ACLS certifications

• Shall possess expertise in theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combines the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a surgeon’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures

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