Surgical Technician - Hickman Hospital - Surgery

Location

• Hickman
• Hospital
• Department:
• Surgery
• Weekly
• Hours: 40
• Status:
• Full time
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• Days (United
• States of
• America)
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• Job
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• Amount: $7,500
• Job
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• External applicants: $7,500 As a Surgical Technician, you use your knowledge of anatomy, patient needs and departmental procedures to prepare for and manage surgical cases at ProMedica. You will ensure sterile field integrity by using aseptic techniques and addressing any breaks in sterile technique quickly. Teamwork is key in this role as you work with the circulating nurse to keep an accurate count of sponges, instruments, and sharps in accordance with department guidelines. ACCOUNTABILITIES Applies the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients/clients served (i.e.: infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric). Prepares rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment. Assists the surgical team during operative procedures. Opens sterile supplies and sets up for procedures. Prepares rooms between procedures and after terminal cleaning. Monitors and restocks supplies. Drapes patients for procedures, assists with case as directed by physician. Knowledgeable in surgical cases for all services provided. Shares knowledge of scrubbing to educate / mentor peers and new orientees. Performs other duties as assigned. The above summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the positions. It should not be considered exhaustive.

Requirements

Education: Graduate of approved surgical technician program or licensed as LPN in the State of Michigan.

License

Current, unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure from the state of employment if hiring into the LPN capacity.

Certification

BCLS and Surgical Technologist (CST) certification if not an LPN. Must have Surgical Technologist (CST) certification within six (6) months of hire. ProMedica is a mission-driven, not-for-profit health care organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. It serves communities across nine states and provides a range of services, including acute and ambulatory care, a dental plan, and academic business lines. ProMedica owns and operates 10 hospitals and has an affiliated interest in one additional hospital. The organization employs over 1,300 health care providers through ProMedica Physicians and has more than 2,300 physicians and advanced practice providers with privileges. Committed to its mission of improving health and well-being, ProMedica has received national recognition for its clinical excellence and its initiatives to address social determinants of health. For more information about ProMedica, please visit promedica.org/aboutus.

Benefits

We provide flexible benefits that include compensation and programs to help you take care of your family, your finances and your personal well-being. It’s what makes us one of the best places to work, and helps our employees live and work to their fullest potential. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact employment@promedica.org

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