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Job detail

OR SURGICAL TECHNICIAN (F/T, 40hrs | Days Rotating)- Fox Chase Cancer Center

Temple University Health System

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#Healthcare #Operating Room #Sterile Field #Patient Safety #Basic Life Support #Surgical Technologist #Nursing Support #Case Preparation #Surgical Technology

Full Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 22 days ago

Location

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Quick overview

Responsible for the care and safety of patients by preparing cases and the sterile field based on surgeon preferences. Assists with patient preparation and anticipates the surgeon's needs during procedures.

Requirements summary

Requires a high school diploma and graduation from an accredited surgical technology school. Must hold Basic Life Support certification and a Surgical Tech or Operating Room Tech certification.

high schoolprofessional certificatePatient PreparationBasic Life SupportInstrument HandlingSurgical AssistingCase PreparationSterile Field Preparation

Job description

The surgical technologist, under the guidance of the registered nurse, is responsible for the care and safety of patients under his/her care. The ST is responsible for case preparation, assisting with patient preparation, proper handling of instruments and equipment, preparation of the sterile field based upon the specific procedure and surgeon's preference, and anticipating the surgeon's needs. 'Certification requirement is only for those individuals hired after December 29, 2020'

Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Required Other Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology Required

Licenses Basic Life Support Required Cert Surgical Tech Required or Cert Operating Room Tech Required