Surgical Technologist - Ambulatory Surgery

Good Samaritan • Vincennes, IN

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About The Position

Provides patient care for the unit/department by optimizing
operations and organizational efficiencies while promoting a world class
environment.

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited surgical technician program.
• Certification in Surgical Technology required with the exception of staff granted grandfather status who must demonstrate competence as described in Indiana Code concerning professions and occupations.
• Certification required.
• Basic Life Support.
• 15 continuing education units annually for grandfathered status.
• Previous hospital or healthcare experience, clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sterility during surgical procedures.
• Communicate and collaborate with RN and other multidisciplinary departments to coordinate the appropriate care for the surgical patients in the most efficient and highest quality.
• Follow all relevant federal requirements, AORN standards, The Joint Commission standards, and hospital policies and procedures, when caring for the patient and performing other tasks.
• Participate in unit and hospital wide Performance Improvement activities.
• Provides direction and collaborates with team members to support a healthy work environment.
• Provide education and be a resource to other staff members, students, and new orientees.
• Pursue lifelong education staying current on professional changes and best practices of surgical technique.
• Be a community leader and represent the surgical technologists profession beyond the walls of Good Samaritan.
• Maintain yearly hospital wide and unit specific competencies.
• Be responsible for your FTE hours.
• Maintain financial responsibility in helping to stay within the unit's budget.
• Communicate any issues with equipment and supplies with charge nurse, nurse manager, and inventory coordinator.
• Actively participate in the Unit Base Council.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees