Surgical Technologist SCH SJC

Facility: Sisters of Charity Hospital St Joseph Campus Shift: Shift 1 Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000 Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 1199 Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No Work Schedule: Days Hours: 10 hour shifts--6:30a-4:30p, 6:30a-4:00p, 7:00a-5:00p, 7:00a-4:30p, 8:00a-6:00p, 8:30a-6:00p Summary: The Operating Room Technologist, under the direct guidance of the surgeon, assists in the care and safety of perioperative patients. He or she functions as a member of the perioperative team responsible for assembly of case supplies, creating and maintaining the sterile field and assisting the surgeon throughout the procedure by providing the sterile instruments and supplies required. Possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combines the knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures. Works cooperatively with ancillary departments and other team members. Participates in performance improvement initiatives. Responsibilities: Education High School graduate or equivalent Successfully completed a nationally accredited educational program for surgical technology and holds and maintains a certified surgical technologist credential administered by a nationally accredited surgical technologist credentialing organization OR Has completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard or Public Health Service Commissioned Corp OR Provides evidence they were employed as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility for a cumulative period of one year, occurring within the four years immediately prior to January 1, 2015 Must also complete annually fifteen (15) hours of continuing education to remain qualified to practice as a surgical technologist. EXPERIENCE Previous experience in an operating room preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Appropriately and safely operates multiple instruments and equipment during the intra-operative phase. Basic Life Support certification. Strong written and verbal communication skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr