Surgical Tech, OR, PT, FTE .4

Job DetailsJob Location

• Amberwell
• Hiawatha -
• Hiawatha,
• KS 66434Position
• Type:
• Part
• Time -
• Not
• Benefit
• EligibleEducation
• Level:
• High
• SchoolTravel
• Percentage:
• Travel
• Between
• Amberwell
• LocationsJob
• Shift:
• DayJob
• Category:
• Entry
• Level -
• Patient
• CareJOB
• DESCRIPTION: Surgical technologists are also known as scrubs, scrub technicians, surgical technicians, and operating room technicians. Surgical technologists are part of the surgical team and work under the supervision of registered nurse and Director of Surgical Care. Surgical technologists assist surgeons during surgical procedures by anticipating surgeon needs to make sure the procedure is executed as smoothly and efficiently as possible. They prepare and organize the sterile field, maintain integrity of the sterile field, and are experts in surgical instruments and sterile equipment used during procedures. Surgical Technologist are responsible for cleaning and sterilizing all surgical instruments and equipment and has a working knowledge of the decontamination to sterilization process in the Central Sterilization Department. Responsibilities for
• Surgical
• Technologist include but are not limited to: Prepare and organize the sterile field as required for various surgical procedures Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications on the sterile field, and assist with dressings Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables in order to prevent injury to patient and personnel Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies. Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments
• ABOUT
• Amberwell
• HEALTH: Amberwell Health is a healthcare system dedicated to improving the health and wellness of the communities we serve, providing compassionate healthcare with clinical excellence. Amberwell locations include several complete care facilities that provide a full spectrum of patient care services including inpatient, surgical, orthopedic, maternal, health at home, emergency care services. In addition, Amberwell clinic locations offer primary care and specialty care services. Amberwell Health supports service lines and locations across the system with a range of support services including radiology, laboratory, cardiopulmonary, rehabilitation therapy, occupational health, infusion, nutrition, pharmacy, administrative services, and many other specialty services.
• Amberwell
• CULTURE: Amazing Amberwell employees are at the heart of a workplace focused on competencies with our cultural values. Excellence in healthcare is expected and our patients deserve nothing less. Our culture competencies range from warm greetings in the hall to providing patients with wow experiences in each department. At Amberwell, we go beyond excellence to provide the unexpected. At Amberwell, you will find a professional environment that values consistency, collaboration, and patient-first decision making. Servant leadership is both modeled and mentored, with a focus on regular appreciation. Amberwell employees enjoy many appreciation events and activities to help them know just how important they are to our organization, our patients, and our communities. To learn more about Amberwell Health, our affiliated organizations, and available career opportunities, visit careers.amberwellhealth.org.
• QualificationsJOB
• Qualifications:
• Experience:
• Minimum
• Required
• Experience: Experience in the healthcare setting with knowledge of basic anatomy and medical terminology
• Preferred
• Experience: 12-year experience working as a surgical technologist or similar experience as a practical nurse, medical assistant, or an operating room assistant.

Education

• Minimum
• Required
• Education:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred
• Education: Completion of an accredited
• Surgical
• Technician or
• Medical
• Assistant program
• Licenses:
• Minimum
• Required
• Licenses:
• N/A
• Preferred
• Licenses:
• LPN, or
• Certified
• Surgical
• Technician
• Certifications:
• Minimum
• Required:
• BLS
• Preferred
• Certifications: Certified Surgical Technician or Certified Medical Assistant