Surgical Technologist - Centerpoint Medical Center
HCA Midwest Health System
Independence, Missouri
Centerpoint offers a strong teamwork environment that values you and allows you to do what you do best. You will join a respected team of professionals who provide compassionate, high-quality healthcare.
Our employees are actively involved in making Centerpoint a positive place for our patients and each other. Plus, youll be joining us at a particularly exciting time!
Description
The Surgical Technologist performs a variety of technical duties to assist in preparing and caring for pre-operative patients. The tasks and responsibilities include:
Assembles supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures.
Prepares sterile instrument table.
Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards.
Maintains aseptic techniques and actively monitors situations which could lead to breaches in aseptic technique.
Provides comfort and support for pre-operative patients.
Transports patients to and from surgical suite.
Positions patient according to type of surgery.
Assists the surgical team in surgical procedures which may include passing instruments, sponges and sutures.
Maintains work area.
Gathers equipment for cleaning and sterilization.
Assists in the monitoring of the patient through the procedure.
Provides age and culturally appropriate care.
Orients and mentors new staff members.
Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Qualifications
Job Qualifications include:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of a formal surgical technologist program or equivalent training.
Certification as a Surgical Technologist preferred.
Detail-oriented with ability to sustain concentration over long periods of time.
Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.
Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 pounds
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