Surgical Technologist - Wilmington, United States - Trinity Health
Description
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Saint Francis Hospital, a member of Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, is looking for an experienced Full-time Surgical Technologist to join our OR Team
We are offering a $5k sign on bonus to those who meet our minimum requirements
Schedule:
Full-time day shift, Monday - Friday / On call coverage
This person will assist registered nurses in planning patient's surgical intervention in a logic sequence according to established physician's preference card, scheduled procedure, and individual patient needs.
Responsibilities include:
Documents accurate and ongoing patient information on the perioperative record and specimen slips according to the perioperative record guidelines
Is alert to potential performance improvement problems, reports information to charge nurse and managers, and actively participates in problem solving
Demonstrates necessary skills and knowledge to provide care for patients according to unit
Check's indicators and integrity of packages for each patient procedure
Recognizes unseen boundaries between sterile and nonsterile
Performs proper scrub according to departmental policy
Demonstrates proper concepts of draping according to department standards
Accurately performs all sponge, needle, and sharp instrument counts at appropriate times with registered nurse
Demonstrates proper use of instruments, equipment, suturing, and stapling devices
Saves and properly identifies all specimens according to department policy and procedure
Prepares the case cart postoperatively for central sterilizing return according to department policy
Prepares and properly disposes of sharps, blood, and waste according to hospital/department safety policy
Immediately communicates any changes in procedures, patient condition, or procedure needs to the supervising registered nurse
Assists the surgeons in dressing application
Assists in transporting patient to proper postoperative location
Performs clinical preceptor role for his or her specialty service
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma required
Graduate of School for Operating Room Technicians required
Previous hospital or surgi-center experience required
Certification as a Surgical Technologist highly preferred
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including:
Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage (Effective First day of Hire)
Retirement Savings Program
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking
And more
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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation.
Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.
Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
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Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes.
We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
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