Level I - Surgical Technologist - $25-39 per hour
Company: Advocate Aurora Health
Location: Elm Grove
Posted on: September 28, 2024
Job Description:
Job DescriptionAdvocate Aurora Health is seeking a Surgical
Technologist Level I for a job in Elm Grove, Wisconsin.Job
Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Surgical Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: days
- Employment Type: Staff
Major Responsibilities:
- Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to
optimal patient care. Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the
preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical
procedures (e.g., assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation
and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field,
instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the
Surgeons' needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; holding of
retractors, observing and reporting possible breaks in aseptic
technique; and assisting in maintaining a sterile, dry,
unobstructed field).
- Performs all types of procedures and maintains basic knowledge
of a variety of procedures.
- Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency
of the operating room. This includes setting up the room for each
case including moving equipment (i.e., tables, cameras,
microscopes, fracture table, and instrument pans), operating the
various types of equipment used during operating room procedures,
and returning equipment post procedure.
- Functions as a Second Assistant as necessary.
- Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply
problems.
- Transports patients and/or equipment and supplies.
- Maintains a specialty cart or item, ensuring its completeness
and availability. This includes checking the working condition of
equipment, sterility, and sending damaged items out for
repair.
- Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties,
which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper
technique.
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to
provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must
demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development
over the life span and possess the ability to assess data
reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate
information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative
to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as
described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific
information is developed further in the departmental job
standards.Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification
issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained
within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not
required.Education Required:
- Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical
Technology.Experience Required:
- No experience required.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Knowledge of aseptic surgical techniques used in the
preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various
surgical procedures.
- Knowledge of various types of equipment used in the operating
room.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Basic computer proficiency.
- Certification Addendum
- Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for
hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others).Physical
Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Must be able to withstand a very stressful and fast-paced
environment.
- Must be able to:
- lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
- lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
- carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
- Must be able to:
- push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
- perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person
present.
- Required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.
- Exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis:
mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body
fluids.
- Must have functional sight and hearing.
- Required to wear masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns.
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach
above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift.
- Must be able to operate all equipment essential to performing
the duties of the job.This job description indicates the general
nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not
designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities,
duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may
be required to perform other related duties.Advocate Aurora Health
Job ID #R115657. Posted job title: Surgical Technologist I -
General SurgeryAbout Advocate Aurora HealthAdvocate Aurora Health's
22,000 nurses demonstrate our values of excellence, compassion and
respect, collaborating to advance our stated purpose of helping
people live well. To encourage you to be the best nurse you can,
Advocate Aurora will provide support, tools and resources for
orientation, education and professional development, in the care
setting that is best for you. Your voice as a team member will be
heard clearly whether you're at one of our 10 Magnet® designated
hospitals or more than 500 sites of care. Join our team and be
inspired to chart a course for Advocate Aurora to become the best
place in the nation for nurses to pursue their passion.Benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Pet insurance
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Life insurance
- Discount program
- Sign-On bonus
Keywords: Advocate Aurora Health, Wauwatosa , Level I - Surgical Technologist - $25-39 per hour, Healthcare , Elm Grove, Wisconsin
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