Job Information
Catholic Health Surgical/OR Technologist SCH in Buffalo, New York
Salary: 25.79-38.69 USD
Facility: Sisters of Charity Hospital
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days and Evenings with Call Weekend and Holiday Rotation
Hours: 7a-5p, 8a-6p, 9a-7p, 12:30-22:30
Summary:
The Surgical/OR Technologist, under the direct guidance of the registered nurse, assists in the care and safety of perioperative patients. He or she functions as a member of the perioperative team responsible for assembly of case supplies, creating and maintaining the sterile field and assisting the surgeon throughout the procedure by providing the sterile instruments and supplies required. Possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combines the knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures. Works cooperatively with ancillary departments and other team members. Participates in performance improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
High School graduate or equivalent
Successfully completed a nationally accredited educational program for surgical technology and holds and maintains a certified surgical technologist credential administered by a nationally accredited surgical technologist credentialing organization OR
Has completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard or Public Health Service Commissioned Corp OR
Provides evidence they were employed as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility for a cumulative period of one year, occurring within the four years immediately prior to January 1, 2015
Must also complete annually fifteen (15) hours of continuing education to remain qualified to practice as a surgical technologist
EXPERIENCE
- Previous experience in an operating room preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Appropriately and safely operates multiple instruments and equipment during the intra-operative phase
Basic Life Support certification
Strong written and verbal communication skills
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Subject to inside environmental conditions
Available for extra and on call duties
REQNUMBER: 30129
