- The Surgical Technologist (ST) is responsible for performing scrub duties in simple to complex surgical interventions.
- Responsible for assessing and or assembling the instrument, equipment, and supply needs of each case assigned and is responsible to ensure that the plan of care developed with the team is implemented according to defined performance standards to ensure positive patient outcomes.
- Responsible for providing a safe patient environment and accepts responsibility to assist in on-the-job training of new team members upon request.
- Assembles the necessary instruments, supplies and equipment, checking items to assure they are in working condition.
- Applies and monitors the principles of aseptic technique throughout the peri-operative phase. 6. Performs intra-operative sponge and needle counts according to policy and procedure.
- Ensures safety of the patient during the use of electrical equipment.
- Correctly collects and accurately labels specimens.
- Applies principles of proper body alignment during the transfer and positioning of patients.
- Ensures and respects the patient's right to privacy, dignity and confidentiality.
- Assures the Environment of Care is maintained according to regulatory guidelines.
- Labels and reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate persons.
- Participates in the evaluation of new supplies, equipment and or instrumentation.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Associate's degree specialized in Operating Scrub Technology
required - 1-2 years Prior experience as a surgical technologist required
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist Surgical Technologist Certification preferred and
- CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation CPR certification required
- Ability to comprehend and follow the policies and procedures for MedStar Southern Maryland Center.
- Ability to read, write and speak or communicate in English to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the position.
- Ability to demonstrate ethical behavior that supports the hospital's mission, values and commitment to compliance with all federal, state and regulatory laws. Inspires trust and exhibits honesty and integrity within the scope of daily activities.
- Exhibits professionalism, courtesy and excellent customer service, while interacting with patients, guests and co-workers.
- Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
- Ability to assist in the care and the preparation of the surgical patient by performing routine and delegated duties according to standards and policy.
- Ability to demonstrate and to organize and manage time and equipment effectively, setting appropriate priorities.
- Ability to work accurately and efficiently under time constraints, and often in stressful situations.
- Ability to demonstrate skill and accuracy in communication both oral and written.
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and physiology; progression of surgical procedures, sterilization process, aseptic technique, and safety standards in a surgical environment.
- Ability to perform simple mathematical functions correctly.
- Ability to willingly adapt to hours of availability to variable changing needs.
- Ability to effectively function as a member of a collaborative team.
- Strong emphasis on teamwork—our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
- Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity—we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
- Comprehensive total rewards package—including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
- More career opportunities closer to home—as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.
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Description
General Summary of Position
Responsible for the scrub duties in simple to complex surgical interventions, assess the instruments, equipment, and supply needs of each case assigned and is responsible to ensure that the plan of care developed with the team is implemented according to defined performance standards to ensure positive patient outcomes. The Certified Surgical Technologist is dedicated to providing a safe patient environment and accepts responsibility to assist in on-the-job training of new team members upon request.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Experience
Licenses and Certifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:
About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.
MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.
