Surgical/Scrub Technician - One Day Surgery

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

The Surgical Technician will assemble supplies for surgical procedures, set up and maintain the sterile field, pass surgical instruments, and assist in-room preparation. This professional nursing role will require the ability to coordinate care for the needs of the surgical case the surgeon, nurses, and other team members to provide an optimal outcome for the patient and work collaboratively with clinic providers, fellows, and staff. Requires the ability to communicate effectively.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School GED Plus a Graduate of a NBSTSA-accredited or a NCCT-approved Surgical Technology school/program, surgical/scrub tech training through the military, or a minimum of two years on-the-job training (OJT) surgical/scrub experience at an acute care facility or ambulatory surgery center.
• Ability to follow oral instruction, read, and write

Preferred Qualifications

• Scrub Tech Certification
• 1 year of Operating room experience

Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Responsibilities :

• Ensures availability of appropriate instrumentation, supplies and equipment for assigned cases.
• Ensures that the room has been prepared for the upcoming cases, with appropriate equipment available and ready for surgical use.
• Ensures that the instruments are cleaned arranged and transported to the soiled workroom according to department policy;
• independently assists with instrument reprocessing tasks when assigned cases are completed and time permits;
• Ensures that the operating rooms are case-ready for the following day's cases;
• Exhibits practical knowledge of OR equipment including maintenance and safety aspects.
• Utilizes available communication tools.
• Demonstrates teamwork by offering assistance to other team members.
• Shares knowledge information and expertise with other staff;
• Attends departmental in-services and other educational offerings;
• Consistently demonstrates new knowledge and skills through incorporation into actual clinical practice.
• Willing to learn new techniques.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information: commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Stooping

Occasional Physical Activity:

Grasping, Kneeling, Repetitive Motion, Sharps

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

University of Arkansas at Little Rock