Surgical Tech, FT, Days - Bowling Green, United States - TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital

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Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Surgical Tech FT Days you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to Full time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Surgical Tech FT Days where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise

The Certified Surgical Technologist delivers high quality, patient-centered care by performing various functions to support the efficient operation of the surgical suite. Under the supervision of the Circulating RN, the Certified Surgical Technologist prepares the surgical suite, positions and prepares the patient, and provides instruments, equipment, and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure. The Certified Surgical Technologist ensures a sterile field, proper instrument counts, and proper operation of instruments and equipment. The Certified Surgical Technologist participates in patient-specific care as directed and follows service excellence standards to promote optimum patient satisfaction.

Major Responsibilities:

Organizes the operating suite with instruments, supplies, and equipment needed for the day. Reviews daily cases to ensure adequate stocking. Ensures proper functioning of equipment/instruments prior to procedures.

Creates and maintains an orderly sterile instrument table. Utilizes physician preference cards for efficient setup.

Prepares for emergency and add on cases rapidly and effectively.

Transports patients to and from surgical suite as needed.

Assists in the transfer, positioning, prepping, and draping of patients for surgical procedures in accordance with hospital standards.

Performs and/or assists in scrub/gown/glove process for self and team.

Assists the surgeon during each procedure by passing requested/required equipment, instruments, medications, sponges, sutures, etc Performs other duties as instructed, such as holding retractors and cutting sutures.

Anticipates situations and functions with a proactive awareness to help the surgical team maintain attention on the operative field.

Monitors the patient and any equipment in use to identify issues requiring immediate action. Reports and/or responds calmly and efficiently.

Assists in the maintenance and care of surgical specimens. Handles surgical specimens according to hospital policy.

Follows department procedures for proper procurement, labeling, and handling of medications, I.V. fluids, and irrigating fluids in the surgical services area.

Operates specialty equipment per manufacturer's recommendations and policy/procedures.

Completes all sponge, sharp, and instrument counts and reports all discrepancies to the nurse or surgeon.

Performs thorough, prompt room turnover between procedures, including cleaning, restocking of supplies, and setup/cleaning/removal of equipment and instrumentation as needed.

Participates in patient and procedural verification.

Responds to lifesaving situations, including fire and disaster situations.

Responds promptly to on-call situations as scheduled.

Helps maintain a safe, organized environment for personnel and patients. Demonstrates commitment to patient safety initiatives including patient falls and restraints.

Ensures patient privacy and comfort. Maintains confidentiality of patient information and records, and advocates for patient rights as needed.

Applies the principles of asepsis to ensure the prevention of infection and maintain optimum patient care. Follows universal precautions as required by hospital and OSHA policies.

Demonstrates effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians, and co-workers. Utilizes appropriate chains of command to communicate pertinent information.

Demonstrates knowledge of the occurrence reporting system. Uses system to report potential patient safety issues.

Maintains knowledge of surgical specialties and ability to scrub for multiple types of procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of procedure-related anatomy and physiology.

Contributes to performance improvement initiatives and works toward meeting and exceeding core measures, patient safety, and service excellence goals.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Practices and adheres to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Value Statement.

Education & Experience:

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Required

Vocational training program in Surgical Technology

Required

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High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Required

Vocational training program in Surgical Technology

Required

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
• Vocational School Graduate

No Travel Required

No experience Required Years of Experience

TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital is a 200+ bed facility serving Southern Kentucky and surrounding areas. Recognized by the Joint Commission as a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures, TriStar Greenview is a national leader in providing quality healthcare. Home of Kentucky's first CardioMEMS⠢ HF System, we are also an accredited chest pain center that provides state-of-the-art cardiac care to patients managing heart failure. The facility is also a Certified Primary Stroke Center.

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Surgical Tech FT Days opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.