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Surgical Tech Certified

St Francis Interquest

#BLS #Patient Care #Healthcare #Operating Room #Robotics #Sterile Processing #Surgical Instruments #CST #NCCT #NBSTSA

Quick overview

The Surgical Tech assists the surgical team by arranging sterile instruments and equipment and passing items to surgeons during operative procedures. They are also responsible for preparing patients, cleaning instruments, and updating physician preference cards.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a HS Diploma/GED, completion of an approved Surgical Technician program, and BLS certification from the AHA. Certification from NBSTSA or NCCT and registration with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) are required.

high schoolprofessional certificatePatient PreparationSterilizationBasic Computer SkillsSuture CuttingPhysician Preference CardsSurgical InstrumentationElectrocauteryRobotics TechnologySterile Set-upMinimally-invasive Procedures

Job description

Where You’ll Work Think differently about the way care is given at St. Francis Hospital – Interquest! With 10 specialty-sized operating rooms, a full-service emergency department, inpatient, and critical care units, St. Francis Interquest is well-equipped for caregivers to redefine patient care and clinical efficiency. St. Francis Hospital – Interquest is the hospital of the future that will innovate patient care & clinical efficiency through state-of-the-art technology including smart patient rooms, whole-hospital tele health, and real-time locating capabilities for equipment, patients, and employees. Caregivers will have the opportunity to work with world class specialty surgeons and enhance their skills within their specialty. Leaders will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build their own teams and cultivate a collaborative and supportive team culture. As a brand-new facility nestled in Colorado Springs, St. Francis Hospital – Interquest is designed to support our flourishing community! With 300+ days of annual sunshine, mild winters and easy access places like Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and some of Colorado’s top destination resorts, you will enjoy an incredible lifestyle while having the career you’ve always wanted. Job Summary and Responsibilities We are proud to share that we are known for our leading surgical services, state-of-the-art, minimally-invasive procedures and for having the best in robotics technology. Here, you'll work in partnership and learn from exceptional physicians and incredible nurses that value your skills and share a passion for innovation and outcome excellence. A surgical tech or SPD role is not just an opportunity to be a difference-maker, it's the chance to harness the knowledge, support and potential that surrounds you. The Surgical Tech works under the supervision of the surgeon and RN. Assists surgical team during operative procedures by arranging and inventorying sterile set-up of instruments, equipment and supplies for surgical cases and passing items to surgeons and nurses as needed. Assists in preparing and moving patients and sterilizing and cleaning instruments, equipment and rooms. Uses physician preference card to identify supplies and equipment needed for the scheduled surgical or emergency procedures. Updates preference cards with any necessary changes. Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedure. Prepares solutions and medications used. Properly labels and reports amounts used for charting. Prepare back table and mayo stand anticipating needs of the surgeon and through the use of the surgeon’s preference card. Provides supplies or equipment upon request for the surgeon, nurses and/or anesthesiologist. Holds retractors or instruments, sponges or suctions operative site, applies electrocautery to clamps on bleeders, cuts suture material, connects drains to suction apparatus and applies dressings to a wound. Job Requirements In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following: Basic Computer skills required. One year of experience in a surgical setting preferred. Experience in a specialty field preferred. HS Diploma/GED required Completion of an approved Surgical Technician program required BLS from the American Heart Association required Current registration with the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) as a surgical technologist for associates working in Colorado.

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