Surgical Technologist- 36hrs/wk-Day Shift (8:30a-9p)

Surgical Technologist- 36hrs/wk-Day Shift (8:30a-9p) Under direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse and Surgical Team members, responsible for the handling of surgical instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during general to moderately complex surgical procedures. Ensures understanding of the assigned surgical procedures being performed and anticipates the needs of the assigned surgeon and surgical team members. Also provides service support related to patient preparation, patient transport, and assisting surgical care team with specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs. Responds to emergent situations according to established procedures. Education/Experience Required High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required. Graduate of a Surgical Technology program or six (6) months specialized patient care training in the armed forces required. Specific knowledge of surgical procedures within the operating room (OR), in addition to knowledge of surgical procedures, practices and techniques in providing patient care and assisting surgeons in the O.R. Certifications/Licenses Required Current BLS certification required or become BLS certified within one month of start date. Surgical Technologist certification preferred but not required. This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and duties. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above. Additional Information Organization: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital Department: Surgical Services-Or Shift: Day Job Union Code: Not Applicable Equal Employment Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr