Job detail

Surgical Tech - $6000 Sign on Bonus!

Hudson Regional Hospital

#Quality Assurance #CPR #Safety Standards #Emergency Response #Patient Care #BLS Certification #Operating Room #Surgical Procedures #Equipment Maintenance

Quick overview

The Surgical Tech is responsible for assisting the operating surgeon and ensuring the operating room is prepared and stocked for surgical procedures. They must demonstrate aseptic technique and respond to emergencies during surgery.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a high school diploma and graduate from an accredited surgical technology program. Certification as a Surgical Technician is required within 90 days of employment.

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Job description

Job Specific Competencies

Directly accountable for preventing hospital acquired infections related to hand-hygiene performance of self and staff
Under direct supervision, assists the operating surgeon in the care of patients in surgery and performs assigned selected duties.
Prepares for surgery in an acceptable time frame.
Prioritizes workload and prepares for the specific operative procedure utilizing appropriate Preference Care/Case Cart Requisition.
Demonstrates acceptable standards of aseptic technique when scrubbed and a working knowledge of the surgical procedure, instrumentation, supplies and equipment needed.
Responds appropriately to any unanticipated or emergency situation that may arise intra-operatively & assists with CPR of patient during cardiac arrest.
Utilize equipment properly, according to manufacturer's recommendation and adhering to OR protocols. Ensures OR is stocked and ready for each case.
Assures equipment is cleaned and maintained for use by the next staff member and/or patient.
Follows the hospital's policy and procedures on discarding contaminated and hazardous materials.
Maintains established hospital policies, procedures, directives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control standards appropriate to this position.
Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.

Education + experience requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalency Graduate of Accredited Surgical Technology Program approved by: CAAHEP - Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs or ABHES - Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools.

Credentials + qualifications

BLS by approved by AHA - American Heart Association

Surgical Technician Certification (CST) Authorized by

NBSTSA - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting *Must be certified within 90 days of employment

Compensation

This will be based on years of experience and the Union contract.