Tufts Medicine
Location
Boston, Massachusetts
Salary
$35 / HOUR
Provides clinical support in the operating room by preparing instruments and maintaining a sterile environment during surgical procedures. Assists the surgical team with patient positioning, counts, and the management of intraoperative medications and specimens.
Requires a high school diploma and graduation from an accredited Surgical Tech program or equivalent military training. Must hold a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and obtain professional credentials within 12 months of graduation.
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. 8 Years of healthcare experience. 5. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. 1. Functions professionally and independently 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. Participates in decision-making activities related to evaluating and acquiring surgical equipment, instrumentation and supplies which may include collaborating with the Central Processing or supply chain. 13. Performs the role of Preceptor for staff in training and displays leadership qualities and acts as a role model and mentor. 14. Provides advisory supervision to section technologists through collaboration with the Service Line Nurse Manager and/or Clinical Nursing Director. 15. Participates in the ongoing and annual and ongoing performance appraisal process for surgical technologists within their surgical subspecialty. 16. Participates in the scheduling and training of other Surgical Technologist in collaboration with the Service Line Nurse Manager, Clinical Nursing Director or Professional Development Director. 17. Keeps abreast of new techniques and equipment within their surgical subspecialty and provides guidance and instruction to technologists working within their service line. 18. Conducts service specific education that is applicable to the surgical technologist’s scope of practice. 19. Establishes, revises, and implements department procedures and policies, in cooperation with other members of the Perioperative Leadership team. 20. Maintains collaborative working relationships with peers and colleagues in order to effectively contribute to the achievement of team goals, and to foster a positive work environment. 21. Recommends solutions to interdepartmental and intradepartmental coordination problems and supports a team approach to problem solving. 22. Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to ensure appropriate planning and preparation for surgical cases occurring prior to the surgical date. 23. Collaborates with the clinical team to ensure that all specialty equipment that is required is available on the surgical date. Physical Requirements: 1. Ability to work within the semi-restricted and restricted environment of the Operating Room and other Perioperative support areas. 2. Stands under hot surgical lights for prolonged periods of time. 3. Possibility of muscle strain from lifting patients and heavy equipment, shocks and burns from cautery units and autoclaves. Possibility of cuts from sharp instruments. 4. Frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals, blood and bodily fluids, extreme noise levels, radiation, lasers, drastic fluctuations in ambient temperature, etc. 5. Ability to wear a protective lead apron for extended periods of time and exposure to radioactivity, harmful anesthesia gases and septic infections. 6. Requires frequent lifting and positioning of patients, materials, equipment, power tools, instruments, etc. 7. Frequent contacts with patients, physicians and nursing staff in Operating Room. Skills & Abilities: 1. Expert knowledge of aseptic technique and infection prevention practices. 2. Expert knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology to ensure that optimal patient care is provided. 3. Advanced knowledge of computers, surgical equipment, and department infrastructure. 4. Intermediate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span. 5. Expert knowledge of surgical subspecialty equipment, supplies, and instrumentation. 6. Advanced knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span. At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range: $37.18 - $47.41 Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers. The health system came together in 2014 to leverage the experience of its member organizations and integrate their missions to together transform the ways that consumers engage with and experience their care.
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