Surgical Technician - Scranton - Lehigh Valley Health Network

    Lehigh Valley Health Network
    Lehigh Valley Health Network Scranton

    4 days ago

    Description
    Join a team that delivers excellence.

    Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.

    Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a health care organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.

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    Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

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    Summary

    Participates as a member of the surgical team by scrubbing to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure while staying vigilant for maintenance of the sterile field.

    Anticipates the need of the surgeon and handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure.

    Job Duties

    Facilitates the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures and ensures that the operating room is a safe environment.

    Performs appropriate surgical counts according to facility policy and organizes case carts for upcoming procedures.

    Works in collaboration with the operating room circulator prior to a surgical procedure by preparing the operating room, gathering and preparing sterile supplies, instruments, and equipment.

    Prepares and maintains the sterile field using sterile and aseptic techniques and ensures that the surgical equipment is functioning properly and safely.

    Performs in-between case cleaning turnover in the operating room suite.

    Minimum Qualifications

    High School Diploma/GED
    Technical School Diploma Surgical technician
    Less than 1 year
    Ability to initiate, accept and adapt to constant change within a healthcare setting.
    Effective communication and customer service skills.
    Knowledge of medical and surgical supplies and sterile techniques.
    Time management and organizational skills.
    BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association
    CST - Certified Surgical Technologist - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Upon Hire or
    TS-C - Certified Tech in Surgery - National Center for Competency Testing Upon Hire

    Physical Demands
    Lift and carry 40-50 lbs


    Examples:
    Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift.

    *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.


    Job Description Disclaimer:
    This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position.

    It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs.

    Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

    Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer.

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    Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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