Surgical Technologist II - Labor & Delivery - 32hrs/week / Evening Shift W/eow

Surgical Technologist II - Labor & Delivery - 32hrs/week / Evening Shift W/eow

This position is a proficient surgical technician who practices under the supervision of the surgical team in the operating room to deliver patient care throughout the perioperative experience. Assists the surgeon during surgery by providing the appropriate instruments and in maintaining and organizing operating room equipment. Performs according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. Works cooperatively within the department and other services to create a system of quality health care.

Hours: 32 hours/week / Evening shift / 2:45pm-11:15pm

Every other weekend required (Saturday & Sunday)

1 major winter & summer holiday & 1 minor winter & summer holiday each year

Location: Lowell General Hospital - Labor & Delivery

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. Before July 1, 2013, employed as a surgical technologist in a surgical facility; OR Successfully completed a training program for surgical technology in the military; OR Graduated from an accredited Surgical Tech Program.

3. If employed as a surgical technologist after July 1, 2013, Surgical Technologist Certification (CST) is required.

4. 12 months to less than 3 years of healthcare experience.

5. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Functions in a professional manner as the surgical technologist operating room on a wide variety and in all stages of surgical procedures.

2. Maintains strict aseptic technique during set-up, patient draping, and during surgical procedure.

3. Scrubs on surgical cases, participates in surgery by organizing the instrumentation to the surgeon, participating in surgical counts.

4. Selects and prepares the appropriate instruments, supplies, and equipment for surgical cases.

5. Performs related activities under the direction of the surgeon.

6. Performs all counts with the circulating nurse according to Operating Room policy.

7. Manages all intraoperative medications in accordance with Operating Room policy.

8. Manages surgical specimens according to physician's orders and hospital policy.

9. Follows Operating Room procedures for the proper decontamination of instrumentation, equipment, and room turnover.

10. Assists in the positioning, moving, and transporting of patients as needed.

11. Reports equipment and supply problems to the charge nurse, service lead, or clinical nursing director as needed.

12. When not participating on surgical cases, assists with positioning obtaining needed items during surgery and assists in room turnover activities.

13. Participates in Operating Room activities related to quality improvement, continuing education, orientation of new personnel, and emergency preparedness.

14. Remains knowledgeable about service specific equipment ensuring safe and efficient utilization.

15. Maintains a collaborative work relationship with peers and colleagues in order to create a positive work environment.

16. Performs the role of preceptor for staff in training.

17. Assists in orientation of new personnel (i.e. aides, orderlies, technicians, nurses, etc.) to the protocols, policies, rules, and regulations of the operating suite.

18. Remains knowledgeable about equipment ensuring safe and efficient utilization across multiple surgical specialties.