Certified Surgical Tech

Exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Certified Surgical Tech at Missoula Bone & Joint Surgery Center in Missoula, Montana! As a vital member of our surgical team, you will play a key role in assisting surgeons during procedures, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining a sterile environment. Joining our dynamic team at Missoula Bone & Joint Surgery Center means you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment, where your expertise and problem-solving skills will be put to the test on a daily basis.As a Certified Surgical Tech, you will have the chance to work alongside highly skilled professionals and contribute to our commitment to excellence in patient care. At Missoula Bone & Joint Surgery Center, we prioritize safety, integrity, and patient focus, creating a professional and fun workplace culture. We offer competitive pay ranging from $26-$36.50 per hour. This position is 40 hours per week with variable hours and shifts. You will be provided great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Time Off, and Employee Discounts, and the chance to work onsite in our modern and well-equipped facility.$1,000 sign-on bonus: $500 will be paid upon successful completion of 90 days of employment, and the remaining $5000 will be paid upon successful completion of 6 months of employment.If you are a diligent and dedicated Certified Surgical Tech looking for a rewarding career, apply today!Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center: Who We AreCome join the Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center Team! Culture, development, collaboration, and an energetic team atmosphere are a few of the great things Missoula Bone & Joint has to offer. Winners of the Top Employers Award four years running and known as Becker's 150 Greatest Places to work in healthcare proves this is a great company with professionalism and down-to-earth personalities from management, providers and staff.Make a difference as a Certified Surgical TechAs a Surgical Tech at Missoula Bone & Joint Surgery Center, you will play a crucial role in supporting surgical procedures by assembling supplies and equipment based on surgeon preferences. Your attention to detail will be vital as you inspect equipment to ensure proper working condition, guaranteeing a safe and efficient surgical environment. Upholding strict safety and aseptic techniques in the operating room and when opening packages will be second nature to you.Additionally, your ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon will contribute to seamless and successful procedures. Join ouMissoula Bone & Joint Surgery CenterJob Description: Surgical Scrub TechnicianTitleSurgical Scrub TechnicianMain functionResponsible for ensuring proper care and use of surgical instruments. Performs surgical scrubbing responsibilities as outlined below in an accurate, dependable and safe manner.Duties andresponsibilities1. PhilosophySupports the facility’s ideology, mission, goals, and objectivesPerforms in accordance with the facility’s policies and proceduresFollows the facility’s standards for ethical business conductRecognizes patients’ rights and responsibilities and supports them in performance of job dutiesParticipates in facility committees, meetings, in-services, and activitiesShares input regarding short- and long-term goals of the facility2. Work QualityPerforms duties in an accurate and organized mannerAdheres to policies and procedures in performance of dutiesEnsures knowledge of job and asks questions when unsureCompletes duties within appropriate timeframes3. Personal AttributesShows initiative and dependability including punctuality and attendanceDisplays good judgmentCooperates and is flexibleFollows appropriate dress code presenting a professional image4. Customer ServiceFosters a culture of outstanding patient service showing courtesy in interactions with patients, physicians and co-workersPresents good telephone skillsResponds promptly to patient needs and co-worker requests5. Communication and TeamworkExpected to be a positive and responsible team member with a good attitudePresents good oral and written communication (documentation) skillsPromotes effective communication among the facility’s clinical areas, business office, and physician practicesProfessional CompetenceParticipates in continuing education and other learning experiencesShares knowledge gained in continuing education with staffSeeks new learning experiences by accepting challenging opportunities and responsibilitiesWelcomes suggestions and recommendationsMaintains current CPR certificationSafety/Risk ManagementAdheres to safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilitiesReports observed or suspected safety violations, hazards, and policy/procedure noncompliance to the Clinical ManagerPerforms according to established compliance policies and procedures8. DutiesPerforms specified functions to meet the requirements of each approved procedureAssembles supplies and equipment for scheduled procedures according to physicians’ preference cardsInspects equipment for proper working conditionFollows principles of aseptic technique and prescribed operating/procedure room proceduresAdheres to aseptic technique when opening sterile packages and preparing for the procedureArranges instruments according to given procedureConfirms that instruments work properlyMaintains availability of instruments and supplies to avoid delaysReports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and takes action according to policyCorrectly uses, cares for, cleans, and sterilizes instruments, supplies, and equipment as directedHandles equipment and instruments correctly to provide appropriate availability and safetyAssists in maintaining adequate supplies in the operating room for immediate access during procedureAssists in storing and stocking supplies/works closely with Materials ManagerMaintains and updates instrument cards and surgeons’ preference cardsResponds in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patient and physicianAccurately anticipates physician’s needs in surgery.Documents patient-care records and other forms according to facility policies and proceduresAccurately advises others responsible for care of the patient about the patient’s statusOther duties as assignedCompliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and Red FlagsResponsibility for assetsN/AQualificationsCooperative work attitude toward co-employees, management, patients, visitors, and physiciansAbility to promote favorable facility image with physicians, patients, insurance companies, and general publicAbility to make decisions and solve problems in a timely manner.RequirementsRequiredHigh school graduate or GED certificate recipientCompletion of surgical scrub technician programCST Certification within 1 year of hireStrong ethical and moral character referencesBLSPreferredTwo years of previous operating room experienceASC experienceComputer literacyJob qualityrequirementsAccuracyAttention to detailTimelinessOrganizational skillsEfficiencyLittle supervision needed to accomplish tasksPhysical stamina for extra working hours, if neededDependabilityAttendancePunctualityAbility to follow instructionsAbility to meet deadlinesPhysical/mental requirementsAbility to walk, sit, and stand for long periodsVisual and auditory acuity for frequent use of computer, telephone, and occasional use of other office equipmentCapability for occasional overhead and low reachingPhysical strength for equipment needs and patient-care activitiesVisual and auditory acuity for timely responsiveness and patient-care assessment activitiesAbility to move quickly in response to patient needsAbility to frequently make judgments on/respond to problemsAbility to occasionally make judgments on/respond to disasters/emergencies, actual events, or drillsHepatitis immunization/negative TB test (annual tine testing)Working conditions(environmental)Well lit and ventilated, with non-hazardous equipmentCategory I: involves occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids and materialsReports toClinical Manager / CEOSupervisesN/AContacts1. Patients2. Patients’ family/significant others3. Physicians and physician office personnel4. Facility personnel5. Vendors6. Administration7. Medical director8. Governing bodyAll positions with Missoula Bone & Joint are to use due care in the use and communication of patients’ protected health information. It is every employee’s principal job function to ensure patient confidentiality and failure to maintain confidentiality may, and will, result in sanction and/or discharge. #J-18808-Ljbffr Missoula Bone & Joint Surgery Center