Surgical Technologist I - OSC, Mercy Hiawatha Job Listing at Mercy Cedar Rapids in Hiawatha, IA (Job ID 17233)

Description

External Applicants Earn up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus!

Job Duties

• Understands and uses instrumentation/equipment properly considering the maintenance, safety and availability.
• Conducts accurate sponge, needle and instrument counts according to departmental policies in conjunction with RN. Performs first scrub role on core cases.
• Demonstrates knowledge of techniques, procedures and correct use or protective barrier equipment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of sterilization and disinfection as evidenced by practice.
• Ensures all necessary items and equipment are in the room prior to case.
• Demonstrates basic anatomy related to procedures
• Performs first scrub role on core cases of assigned services and anticipates the surgeon's requests.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of asepsis and consistently maintains sterile technique.

• N/A

• Demonstrates knowledge of techniques used by various surgeons for various procedures
• Maintains technical skill level and adapts to changes in surgical technique and operative intervention modalities.
• Demonstrates constructive approach during all interactions with staff and nurse manager toward the organization
• Completes work assignments on time/readily accepts assignments, as observed by nurse manager

• None

• Graduate of a Surgical Technology Program or equivalent experience required.

• Currently certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support in accordance with the American Heart Association required

• Heavy: Exert 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently