Surgical Technologist | UMH-Sparrow Ionia

Job Opportunity

Job ID: 54842

Job Description

General Purpose of Job: Under direction of a Physician or Registered Nurse is responsible for assisting surgeons, anesthetists, and nurses in the care of patients in the Operating Room.

Essential Duties:

• Maintain knowledge and practice of aseptic technique.
• Assists the circulating nurse in the preparation of surgical procedures and during room turnovers between procedures.
• Prepares sterile field for surgical procedures, ensuring proper instruments and supplies are available for use.
• During the surgical procedure:
• Anticipation of needs for surgeon and passing of instruments and supplies;
• Functions as assistant, when needed;
• Obtains counts with circulating nurse;
• Cares for specimens according to procedure;
• Maintains proper care of instruments and supplies when procedure is finished.
• Maintains equipment, supplies and environmental safety.
• Maintains knowledge of current trends in surgical procedures and instrumentation.
• Maintains standards by participating in in-services, committees, etc.
• Decontaminating and preparation for sterilization of instruments utilized during surgical cases
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

Job Requirements

General Requirements: Current BLS

Work Experience: Completion of an accredited Surgical Scrub tech program or Minimum of 2 years' experience working as a scrub tech.

Education: High School Diploma or GED Formal Aseptic Technique Training

Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrate computer skills including word processing, databases and e-mail. Excellent verbal and communication skills

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Job Family: Patient Services/Nursing Support

Requirements:

• Shift: Days
• Degree Type / Education Level: High School / GED
• Status: Full-time
• Facility: Sparrow Ionia Hospital
• Experience Level: New Grad