Surgical Tech II, Ortho, Belle Meade

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Organization VHBM Operating Rooms Job Summary The Surgical Tech II facilitates patient care by assisting physicians and nursing staff before, during, and after surgical procedures by creating and maintaining a sterile field and providing the instruments and supplies required by the surgeons in a sterile manner according to established plan for patient care with occasional guidance. The Surgical Tech performs competently most of the cases in a given service/shift. Who We Are Vanderbilt Health Belle Meade is an outpatient department of Vanderbilt University Medical Center. VHBM is a multi‑specialty facility designed to provide an array of services across several medical specialties and will provide convenient, state‑of‑the‑art care closer to where patients live and work. The 50,000 square foot building has seven operating rooms, clinic exam rooms, infusion stations, and imaging capabilities. Position Shift Full Time Monday‑Friday, 4x10s | 6:30 am – 5:00 pm No weekends, No holidays, No call New Hire Sign‑on Bonus This full‑time position offers a $20,000 (taxable) bonus to be paid over 2 years. The sign‑on bonus is not applicable to current VUMC staff or former staff who have worked for VUMC in the past twelve months. New Hire Relocation Bonus Up to $10,000 (taxable) to be paid within 45 days of hire, based on relocation mileage. Must relocate from greater than 100 miles to be eligible. This bonus is not applicable to current VUMC staff or former staff who have worked for VUMC in the past twelve months. Key Responsibilities Facilitates patient care by assisting the surgeon before, during, and after surgical procedures. Plans, sets up, performs and cleans up the assigned surgical procedure as a circulator and as a scrub tech. Performs sharp, sponge and instrument counts according to policy. Demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to apply the Principles of Asepsis in creating and maintaining the sterile field. The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. Qualifications Required: Graduate of an approved specific discipline OR successful completion of a surgical technologist training program during the applicant's service as a member of any branch of the armed forces of the United States. Required: Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience. Preferred: Prior experience in orthopaedic cases. Required: Certification from one of the listed issuers below: NBSTSA CST – National Board of Surgical Technologist and Surgical Assistants, Certified Surgical Technologist. NCCT TS‑C – National Center for Competency Testing, Tech In Surgery. Exception: If graduate of surgical technologist armed forces training program, no certification is required. Technical Capabilities Surgical Equipment Knowledge (Novice): Knowledge of the specific equipment and its performance criteria, capabilities and limitations. Able to use the equipment to accomplish basic tasks associated with the specific devices. May conduct remedial maintenance and preventive maintenance. Procedures Knowledge (Fundamental Awareness): Has limited experience, training, direct exposure, or past experience working with procedures knowledge. Operating Room Care (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate operating room care in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Generally works under the direction of others while accomplishing assignments. Environmental Sterility & Safety (Fundamental Awareness): Has limited experience, training, direct exposure, or past experience working with environmental sterility and safety. Inventory Management (Fundamental Awareness): Has limited experience, training, direct exposure, or past experience working with Inventory Management. Understands Inventory Management concepts and principles. Familiar with Inventory Management tools, processes, procedures and policies. Surgical Technology (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate surgical technology in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Equipment Maintenance (Fundamental Awareness): Has limited experience, training, direct exposure, or past experience conducting maintenance activities in area of assignments. Core Accountabilities Organizational Impact: Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems. Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedure that apply to your own job. Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry level co‑workers. Core Capabilities Supporting Colleagues : Develops Self and Others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities. Builds and Maintains Relationships: Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas. Communicates Effectively: Opens up information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Ensuring High Quality: Performs Excellent Work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards. Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department. Managing Resources Effectively : Demonstrates Accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities. Stewards Organizational Resources: Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources. Makes Data Driven Decisions: Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error. Fostering Innovation : Generates New Ideas: Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day‑to‑day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them. Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work. Position Qualifications Responsibilities and Certifications have already been listed above. Certifications Certified Surgical Technologist – National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), Tech in Surgery TS‑C – National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Work Experience Relevant Work Experience. Experience Level 1 year. Education Graduate of an approved discipline specific program. Benefits This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well‑being and professional growth. Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vanderbilt University Medical Center