OR Surgical Technologist Job Listing at MedStar Medical Group in Leonardtown, MD (Job ID req8179)

Description

General Summary of Position
Under the guidance/direction of the Director of Perioperative Services, the Operating Room Technician assists the Registered Nurse in providing safe and efficient patient care.

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• High School Diploma or GED Required or
• equivalent. Required and
• Graduate of an accredited Operating Room Technician course Preferred or
• equivalent. Preferred

Experience

• Entrance into preceptorship program Required and
• 1-2 years Operating room experience Preferred




Primary Duties and Responsibilities


• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
• Remains current in knowledge of surgical procedures and maintains standards of asepsis.
• Organizes and prepares room supplies, instruments, and equipment as indicated by the physician' preference.
• Assembles and inspects power and endoscopic equipment prior to use and provides physicians with appropriate instruments and equipment during surgical/endoscopic procedures.
• Performs instrument, needle and sponge count with R.N. according to established procedures.
• Handles specimens according to established procedures.
• Cleans and re-stocks rooms as appropriate.
• Assists with instrument assembly and wrapping and demonstrates proper operation of sterilizers.
• Cleans instruments according to established procedures, handling instruments safely and in a proper manner while using proper protective apparel.




 

Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

• Strong emphasis on teamwork—our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
• Comprehensive total rewards package—including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
• More career opportunities closer to home—as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.




 

About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.