Über diese Surgical Technologist - Days & No Call Stelle bei ThedaCare
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At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.
Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness –
- Lifestyle Engagement
- e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support
- Access & Affordability
- e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare
Summary :
The Surgical Technologist assists in the preparation and care of surgical patients under the general direction of a professional nurse or a physician. Possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile/aseptic technique and combines the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a surgeon’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.Job Description:
Schedule:
8-hour DAY shift typically 8-4:30p (May have to stay later until case is finished)
No Call
No Weekends
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Operating Room Surgical Tech n a new ambulatory surgery center in Oshkosh. This is a four-operating-room and two procedural room facility that is a partnership between ThedaCare and the surgeons in the region. This center will have a diverse mix of case types that include general surgery, endoscopy, gynecology, ENT, podiatry, spine, and pain cases. The center will look to add additional service lines over time. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in a multispecialty surgical setting. Working knowledge of community surgeons is beneficial, but not a limitation. If you have a desire to work in a new facility with a culturally strong and high performing team, we encourage you to apply.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures and instrumentation to provide the highest quality outcomes for a patient undergoing a procedure.
Selects instruments, equipment, and supplies for each surgical procedure to achieve desired clinical outcomes.
Prepares room for procedure by setting up sterile tables and checking equipment and supplies to ensure the operating room is ready for patient care.
Scrubs for surgical procedures by helping with prepping and draping patients, passing sterile instruments and supplies, and assisting with surgical procedures to ensure quality outcomes for patients.
Understands and follows the principles of sterile technique, and takes steps to remedy breaks in sterile technique to ensure a safe patient environment.
Identifies specimens before passing off the field and transports specimens to pathology, as directed, to ensure specimens are handled according to policy.
Identifies, with registered nurse, intra-procedure medication, dosage, and labeling of all solutions and drugs to ensure safe medication practices are in place.
Assists with the transfer of patients in to or out of operating room to ensure operating room efficiency and patient safety.
Cleans rooms, instruments, and equipment according to regulatory standards and policies to ensure patient safety.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or GED preferred
• Must be 18 years of age
Completion of a surgical technologist training program.
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS).
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) is also required in the Cath Lab.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of Fifty (50) pounds without assistance
Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties
WORK ENVIRONMENT
May be exposed to communicable diseases when working in a healthcare setting
Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments
Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electric shock
Occasional high noise level
Occasional high noise level in work environment
Possible exposure to hazardous materials
Interaction with department members and various catering customers.
Position requires compliance with department specific competencies.
