Surgical Tech - Camden County, United States - Thomas Jefferson University

Description

Responsibilities

Join the mission of Improving Lives as a OR Tech Certified at Jefferson Health. With more than 42,000 employees, we're the second largest employer in Philadelphia and the largest health system in the Philadelphia region. And our work to improve lives is never done.

As a OR Tech Certified you are responsible for the following:

· Inspects OR for cleanliness and prepares OR equipment for surgical procedures.

· Assists in transferring and positioning of patients in the operating room.

· Anticipates the instrument and supply needs of the surgeon during operative procedures.

The OR Certified Tech will participate in the delivery of OR care in the operating room and/or ambulatory surgical center under supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include scrubbing various specialties and securing general supplies/equipment needed for surgery.

Qualifications for this position include:

· High School Diploma

· Completion of OR Technician training

· BLS and OR Technician certification required

· Certification through the NCCT or NBSTSA required.

· One (1) year of scrub experience

Benefits include, but are not limited to:

· Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans

· Retirement Plans

· Tuition Reimbursement

· Health Coaching, Commuter Discounts, Day Care Services, etc.

Conditions of Employment

Covid Vaccination is a requirement for employment at Jefferson for employees working at Jefferson's clinical entities or at the University. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from Jefferson.

Closing Statement

Jefferson includes Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health, a dynamic university and health system with broad reach across the Delaware Valley. Jefferson is the second largest employer in Philadelphia and the largest health system in Philadelphia based on total licensed beds.

Jefferson's mission, vision and values create an organization that attracts the best and the brightest students, faculty, staff, and healthcare professionals, as well as the most visionary leaders to drive exceptional results.

As an employer, Jefferson maintains a commitment to provide equal access to employment. Jefferson values diversity and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, disabled individuals, and veterans.