Surgical Technologist - Manassas, VA, United States

Only for registered members Manassas, VA, United States

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Description · Surgical Technician · PRN Position · Job Code: SS5587 · ABOUT US · We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connecti ...

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Description

Surgical Technician

PRN Position

Job Code: SS5587

ABOUT US

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVACH team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people's lives every day.

JOB TYPE

Classification: Nonexempt

Supervises Positions: No

JOB SUMMARY

The Surgical Technologist works under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

Communication: Collaborates with the leadership team [TC*1] [CTM*2] [CTM*3] to identify and resolve unit issues.

Keeps co-workers and intra-op staff informed of any updates/issues.
Follows written instructions as needed.

Quality: Complies with established departmental and organization policies/guidelines.

Maintains, operates, and monitors all equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and department standards.

Technical Competency: Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Collects, organizes, and enters information into the patient scheduling application.
Assists with various types of surgical operations providing technically skilled duties, serving as first assist.
Demonstrates knowledge of instrumentation and sterile/aseptic technique.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology program.

Experience: Previous Surgical Technologist experience preferred.

Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure:

Must be registered with the Virginia Board of Medicine as a Surgical Technologist in accordance with Virginia Code §
[TC*4] [CTM*5] Must hold and maintain a national surgical technologist certification (e.g., NBSTSA CST) or meet another Virginia Board-approved pathway (military training, DOL-registered apprenticeship, or applicable grandfathering criteria).
Must provide proof of compliance prior to hire and maintain active registration throughout employment.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Ability to create and maintain a sterile field. Knowledge of specialized instrumentation and equipment for various surgical procedures. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure materials. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in writing, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Basic understanding of medical terminology. Computer skills.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: 17A, Medical Technician/Other Techs

Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand

The job requires constant sitting, standing, walking, and bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive body movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 100 lbs. occasionally. For any weight over 35 lbs. use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVACH.

OTHER

May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
On call responsibilities as directed: Yes
Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes

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