Surgical Tech
Company: WellStar Health System
Location: Marietta
Posted on: June 22, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview4 tens - 7am -530pmHow would you like to work in a place
where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you
can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice?
At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the
health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to
have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest
professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the
healthcare industry, and in people's lives.ResponsibilitiesThe
Surgical Technologist Non-Certified- functions under the direction
of the registered professional nurse. Assists the health care team
in providing safe, age appropriate and culturally aware patient
care. He/she has knowledge, skill and ability to perform duties
within the context of moderate to high acuity surgical cases (with
an expectation on occasion to work above this level as cases
require) as defined by the scope of anatomy, equipment and
instrumentation of the case and anticipates the needs of the
surgeon and other members of the healthcare team. Exhibits an
acquisition of additional surgical skills for progressively more
difficult cases. Demonstrates an efficient, organized surgical plan
for assigned cases. Takes initiative to discuss surgical plan with
other members of the healthcare team. Able to troubleshoot
instruments and equipment. Anticipates any additional supplies or
equipment required for procedures. Ability to mentor, precept or
train in various modalities. Participates in performance
improvement initiatives. Duties include, but are not limited to,
preparation of the operative suite and surgical field to ensure a
safe patient care environment while being vigilant for the
maintenance of the sterile field and other patient safety concerns.
In addition, they will gather required instruments, supplies and
serve as surgical assistant as needed. (not to be confused with a
certified surgical first assistant). Other duties as assigned
including but not limited to assisting with inventory, ordering and
stocking ORs and additional perioperative areas as assigned. Also,
ensure that the unit is compliant with Joint Commission standards
at all times. Call or late coverage may be required related to the
facility in which the ST is working.QualificationsRequired Minimum
Education: High school diploma/ GED required or Graduate of an
accredited (for example: CAAHEP and ABHES) program in surgical
technology or a licensed practical nurse.Required Minimum
Experience: OR experience preferred.Required Minimum Certification:
Not required.Required Minimum Skills: Ability to read, write and
speak the English language; Strong customer service and
interpersonal skills; Ability to collaborate with other health care
providers in the provision of patient care; Ability to delegate to
other team members as required; Ability to multi-task essential;
Ability to function in stressful and emergency situations
essential; Strong detail orientation required; Knowledge of
surgical procedures required; Basic computer skills are required.
Skill and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and
in-writing. Skill and ability to handle multiple priorities,
self-direct, and apply independent judgment. Ability to think
critically and adapt quickly to changing situations. Skill and
ability in basic computer skills to include Word, ExcelFor Direct
Patient Care positions, Indicate American Heart Association or
American Academy of Pediatrics certification required: BLS (Basic
Life Support)We'd like to invite you on a career journey like no
other! In return for your contributions, we'll help you make the
most of all life's moments - on and off the job. Wellstar Total
Rewards is designed to provide for your total well-being,
including: -Your Wellness, -Your Pay, -Your Future, -Your Joy. - We
think it's pretty simple - we care for our team members and our
team members care for the community. Make a difference in patients'
lives--- and your own! Here, it's more than healthcare - it's
CareerCare!
Keywords: WellStar Health System, Marietta , Surgical Tech, Healthcare , Marietta, Georgia
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