Mohawk Valley Health System
Location
City of Utica, New York
Salary
$26 - $38 / HOUR
The Surgical Technician provides direct patient care and maintains the sterile field during surgical procedures. Responsibilities include managing instruments, ensuring proper aseptic techniques, and coordinating with the surgical team.
Requires a high school diploma, completion of an approved Surgical Technician training program, and one year of healthcare experience. Experience in vascular or cardiac surgery is preferred.
Job Summary Under the general supervision of the nurse manager or designee, the Surgical Technician, renders direct patient care according to the age and developmental level of the patient in accordance with the Code of Ethics for Nurses, ANA Standards of Care and the mission, philosophy, policies and procedures of Mohawk Valley Health System. Core Job Responsibilities Follow proper protocols and procedures for sharps, specimans and aseptic techniques during procedures. Labels medications on the sterile field Verifies operative procedure and site with patient and surgical team prior to commencement of procedure. Coordinate and demonstrate the proper use and handling of supplies, instruments and equipment Maintain an accurate instrument/sponge count Sterilize and disinfect instruments Render safe and appropriate care for patients during positioning and transferring using appropriate positioning devices Recognizes emergent patient care situations and reports findings Promotes and maintains overall cleanliness of the unit
Adheres to Infection Control program to prevent spread of infections, practice of standard precautions, protects self, peers, patients, and visitors from infection and uses appropriate personal protective equipment. Perform other duties as required.
High school diploma 1 year of healthcare experience Completion of an approved Surgical Technician training program
Preferred: Vascular or Cardiac experience
Licensure/Certification Requirements Disclaimer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor. Job Details Req Id 96763 Department CARDIOTHORACIC OR Shift Days Shift Hours Worked 9.50 FTE 0.95 Work Schedule CWAT - 9.5 HR Employee Status A1 - Full-Time Union 2005 - CWA Pay Range $26 - $38 per hour
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