OR Lead Surgical Technologist GU/GYN BWH at Partner's Healthcare in Boston, Massachusetts

Lead Surgical Technologist GU/GYN

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Job Summary Lead Surgical Technologists are integral members of the perioperative team who work under the supervision, direction, and license of the surgeon and with nurses and other multidisciplinary healthcare team members. They report to the Operating Room Nurse Manager. Lead Surgical Technologists provide care for an array of surgical patients and serve as expert resources in their service line and field. Major functions include, but are not limited to, preparation of the operating room suite, gathering necessary surgical instrumentation and supplies, collaborating with the Central Processing Department, Materials Management, Clinical Support, Education, and Management. Responsible for managing and coordinating the equipment used by the surgical team during surgical procedures.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparing the operating room for surgery
  • Setting up surgical instrumentation, supplies, and equipment, maintaining sterile conditions, monitoring equipment and instrumentation during the surgery, communicating changes and concerns, escalating as needed
  • Facilitates on-time OR starts and turnovers with the assistance of, but not limited to, pod resource staff
• Coordinate and provide coverage for breaks and lunches with the assistance of pod resource staff when operationally necessary
• Serve as scrub staff in operating room as operationally necessary in order to maintain normal operations
• Oversee case cart accuracy with the assistance of, but not limited to, pod resource staff
• Review cases for minimum of next day to confirm accuracy and ensure preparedness
• Attend daily huddles with CPD/Vendors/Reps to discuss cases for next day, including arrival of loaner trays
• Collaborate with surgeons, nurses in charge, managers, and staff to update surgeon preference cards, regularly
• Participate in CPD initiatives to change and refine workflow
• Collaborate with CPD, Materials Management, and clinical support to maintain normal operations. Includes but is not limited to, coordination of sterilization process for surgical equipment and instruments, regularly inspecting instruments, supplies, and equipment to ensure they are clean, functional, and in good working condition.
• Collaborate with CPD leadership in order to maintain an accurate inventory of surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies, and maintain accurate documentation and records related to such.
• Collaborate with education and management team to provide training and education to surgical technologists on the proper use, care, and handling of surgical equipment.
• Coordination of Instrument Kit Optimization in collaboration with CPD
• Assist the surgeon within scope of practice and at the direction and under the supervision of the surgeon
• Serve as a resource for surgical technologists regarding equipment operation, troubleshooting, and problem solving.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, required
• Licenses/Certifications
  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required
• Experience Details:
  • 3-5 years experience as a surgical technologist, required
  • Relevant GU/GYN experience required

Additional Job Details (if applicable) Reasons to Choose Brigham and Women's Hospital Competitive salary and great benefits, including pension and 403(b) match. Magnet Hospital Opportunities for growth and development Tuition Reimbursement Generous paid time off Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount) Free parking for nights and weekends Resources for childcare and emergency backup care Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan. Discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range $38.30 - $56.59/Hourly Grade 6 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

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