Fisher-Titus Medical Center

STNA - Norwalk Memorial Home - Full time Day Shift

Caring For the Community You Love Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! Perks of working at Fisher-Titus: $1,000 Sign-on Bonus Offered! Hours of Work- Norwalk Memorial Home - Full Time - Day Shift (6:30am-7pm) Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more! Shift, Weekend & PRN differential About Fisher-Titus: Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community General Summary: A STNA, under the supervision and/or direction of a RN or LPN performs various duties assisting the staff nurses in the treatment and optimal safe care of residents in accordance with the established methods, policies, and procedures of Fisher-Titus Medical Center and Norwalk Memorial Home. Essential Functions: Helps prepare unit, resident rooms, and resident beds for receiving admissions or transfers. Assists in, and as necessary, accompanies resident in the admission, transfer, and discharge procedures. Utilizes call light system as necessary. Provides morning care including bath, changing linens and dressing resident, evening care and other general care as necessary throughout the 24 hr. day. Assists in providing restorative care to residents. As directed, accurately record vital signs, weight, height, intake/output and consumption, and other required documentation. Provides resident care including positioning, lifting, turning, and ambulating the resident and utilizing special equipment as necessary. Prepares the resident for meals, distributes food trays, water, nourishment, feeds or assists residents to and from dining room. Encourages intake as indicated. Under supervision, performs general care activities for residents in precautionary. Provides post mortem care makes rounds on residents and answers resident call lights promptly. Practices universal precautions. Encourages restoration of function and prevents resident deterioration to the extent possible. Encourage residents to attend therapies as prescribed. Handles and cares for residents clothing and other personal property from admission through discharge. Transports residents to and from various areas as needed. Collects specimens and transports same to proper area as needed.
Fisher-Titus Medical Center

Medical Assistant - Sandusky Rheumatology - Full Time

Caring For the Community You Love Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! Perks of working at Fisher-Titus: Hours of Work-Full time, Office Hours: M-TH 7am – 4:30 pm , Friday 8 am-noon Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more! Shift, Weekend & PRN differential About Fisher-Titus: Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community General Summary: Under the supervision of the Physician/Provider, assists in minor office procedures and injections, performs patient intake assessments, discharges patients from clinic and procedures, educates patient on procedures and medication changes, as well as new medications. Manages message center including taking phone calls off voicemail and entering them into EHR. Essential Functions: Greet patients at check in and verify that all patient demographics are correct. Have new patients complete an information sheet, copy insurance cards, and collect patient insurance co-pays as necessary. Input patient information into the computer. Check patients in and also check patients out by scheduling future appointments or outpatient tests. Answer telephones and route the calls to the correct party. Take messages for all staff and physicians. Demonstrates the skills necessary to implement medical plan of care, clinical intervention, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Fulfills patient care responsibilities which may include: accompanying patients to exam room, assessing patient's general condition, collecting history, vital signs, and ensures patient needs are met. Documents all interventions, patient/family responses, responsible for charting patient encounter day of visit to ensure a well documented, organized, and chronological medical record. Labeling, documenting, and tracking all specimens or tests ordered/received following the set standards. Also responsible for reporting all test results to physician. Sets up instruments and equipment according to proper protocol and cleans exam rooms between patient visits adhering to infection control/safety guidelines.
Fisher-Titus Medical Center

Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit - Nights

Caring For the Community You Love Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! Perks of working at Fisher-Titus: $15,000-$20,000 Sign-on Bonus based on experience plus benefits! Hours of Work- Part Time, 7P-7A Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more! Shift, Weekend & PRN differential About Fisher-Titus: Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community General Summary: Manages individualized, goal-directed RN nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Responsibilities as assigned. Essential Functions: Assesses patient and completes all admission forms per hospital policy. Assesses and diagnoses patient and family needs to provide quality care to assigned patients. Develops, discusses, and communicates a realistic plan of care for each patient, in collaboration with each patient/support person in order to address all identified needs. Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, nursing interventions, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Evaluates the identified problems, care provided, and patient’s responses are reassessed in order to meet patient and family needs to ensure overall quality of care delivered. Maintains up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team, in order to ensure quality care. Performs other duties as assigned.
Fisher-Titus Medical Center

Staff Nurse - Emergency FT 10a-10p

Caring For the Community You Love Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! Perks of working at Fisher-Titus: $10,000-$15,000 Sign-on Bonus offered based on experience Hours of Work-Emergency Department - Full Time (10 am-10 pm) Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more! Shift, Weekend & PRN differential About Fisher-Titus: Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community General Summary: Manages individualized goal directed nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental and Hospital policies and procedures. Education, Licensure, Registration and Experience: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Current RN license in the state of Ohio CPR certification required. BLS is expected at renewal. ACLS, PALS, and TNCC required, must be obtained within 1 year of hire or transfer into department. Demonstrated proficiency in acute care nursing, knowledge, and skills. Previous nursing experience preferred Essential Functions: Assesses and diagnoses patient and family needs to provide quality care to assigned patients. Demonstrates the skills and judgement necessary to implement medical plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Evaluates the identified problems, care provided, and patient's responses are reassessed to meet patient and family needs to assure overall quality of care delivered. Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and development. Functions as a role model for current and new staff. Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the emergency department, as defined in the scope of service, to assure that the unique nature of the client is addressed. This includes but is not limited to the age of the client served. Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter and intra departmentally to facilitate the department’s/unit’s ability to meet its goals and objectives. Maintains up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided and patient's responses are reassessed to meet patient and family needs and assure overall quality of care delivered. Working Conditions: · Stand/Walk – 6-8 hrs. · Sit – 1-2 hrs. · Bend – Up to 1/3 of time · Squat – up to 1/3 of time · Climb – up to 1/3 of time Reach Up to 1/3 of time · Lift - Up to 1/3 of time · Carry – up to 1/3 of time · Push – up to 1/3 of time · Pull – N/A · Right Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation) · Left Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation) · Right Foot - Gross Motor Function · Left Foot - Gross Motor Function · Up to 25 pounds – 1/3 or more of the time Body Fluid Exposure - Yes · Standards of Employment: Attends all mandatory education programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety and regulatory compliance. Appearance is professional, neat, clean, and appropriate for the work environment. Wears proper photo identification badge while on duty. Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times, as observed by peers and management. Attends monthly staff meetings and participates in monthly rounding process with manager to assure effective and timely two-way communications. Participates in and completes required department specific education and training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job-related hazards. Follows safety and security policies including exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens. Core Requirements: Supports the mission, vision and CARES values of Fisher Titus. Is knowledgeable of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment. Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for: Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs. Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data. Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements. Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior. Key Service Behavior: Communicates with Compassion - Every patient, Every time Engages in active listening skills Utilizes the AIDET communication tool Uses key words at key times Utilizes HEART service recovery techniques Demonstrates Service Etiquette - Every patient, Every time Smiles and greets patients using the 10/5 rule Demonstrates a calm, positive attitude through tone and body language Ensures patient privacy and promotes a healing environment Adjusts approach to respect the diversity of patients Assesses and manages patient's expectations of care Commitment to Safety - Every patient, Every time Follows established safety guidelines to reduce risk of adverse event through early recognition Commits to the Culture of Safety; If you see something, say something Delivering High Quality Care - Every patient, Every time Commits to efficient, effective and purposeful work and delivery of care Engages in practices that will continually improve processes
Fisher-Titus Medical Center

Staff Nurse

Caring For the Community You Love Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! Perks of working at Fisher-Titus: $10,000-$15,000 Sign-on Bonus offered based on experience! Hours of Work- Full time, Nursing Pavilion, Day shift (7a-7p) Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more! Shift, Weekend & PRN differential About Fisher-Titus: Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community General Summary: Manages individualized, goal-directed RN nursing care through use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Responsibilities as assigned. Essential Functions: Assesses patient and completes all admission forms per hospital policy. Assesses and diagnoses patient and family needs to provide quality care to assigned patients. Develops, discusses, and communicates a realistic plan of care for each patient, in collaboration with each patient/support person in order to address all identified needs. Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, nursing interventions, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Evaluates the identified problems, care provided, and patient’s responses are reassessed in order to meet patient and family needs to ensure overall quality of care delivered. Maintains up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team, in order to ensure quality care. Performs other duties as assigned.
Fisher-Titus Medical Center

Medical Assistant - Sandusky Rheumatology - Full Time

Caring For the Community You Love Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! Perks of working at Fisher-Titus: Hours of Work-Full time, Office Hours: M-TH 7am – 4:30 pm , Friday 8 am-noon Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more! Shift, Weekend & PRN differential About Fisher-Titus: Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community General Summary: Under the supervision of the Physician/Provider, assists in minor office procedures and injections, performs patient intake assessments, discharges patients from clinic and procedures, educates patient on procedures and medication changes, as well as new medications. Manages message center including taking phone calls off voicemail and entering them into EHR. Essential Functions: Greet patients at check in and verify that all patient demographics are correct. Have new patients complete an information sheet, copy insurance cards, and collect patient insurance co-pays as necessary. Input patient information into the computer. Check patients in and also check patients out by scheduling future appointments or outpatient tests. Answer telephones and route the calls to the correct party. Take messages for all staff and physicians. Demonstrates the skills necessary to implement medical plan of care, clinical intervention, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Fulfills patient care responsibilities which may include: accompanying patients to exam room, assessing patient's general condition, collecting history, vital signs, and ensures patient needs are met. Documents all interventions, patient/family responses, responsible for charting patient encounter day of visit to ensure a well documented, organized, and chronological medical record. Labeling, documenting, and tracking all specimens or tests ordered/received following the set standards. Also responsible for reporting all test results to physician. Sets up instruments and equipment according to proper protocol and cleans exam rooms between patient visits adhering to infection control/safety guidelines.
Fisher-Titus Medical Center

Physician Practice Nurse - RN Occupational Health

Caring For the Community You Love Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! Perks of working at Fisher-Titus: Hours of Work- Occupational Health - Full Time Monday - Friday 8hr shifts between 630am to 5:00 pm No Weekends, No Holidays Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more! Weekend pay differential for any weekend hours worked. About Fisher-Titus: Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community General Summary: Under the direction of the physician/provider, provides nursing care in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Essential Functions: Clinical Duties (may include, but not limited to): Taking medical histories - documenting completely and accurately in the EMR Preparing patients for examinations and as needed assisting the medical provider during examinations Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens including urine, swabs, blood, or other as required Performing basic in-office procedures such as ear cleanings or other minor clinical procedures at the direction of the medical providers Performing basic Point of Care testing such as finger stick and urine dip Providing education and instruction to the patient based on the medical provider's assessment and plan. Preparing and administering medications/vaccines/immunizations, including intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections—as directed by a physician or other licensed provider (e.g., a nurse practitioner or physician assistant) Performing EKG/ECG Administrative Duties (may include, but not limited to): Using computer applications and Electronic Medical Record Answering telephones and calling patients with results or other clinical information designated by the provider Occ Health Essential Functions/Position Specific Duties Knowledge and understanding of state and federal laws related to Worker’s Compensation (BWC), Federal Motor Carrier (FMCSA aka DOT) guidelines, OSHA workplace compliance, and any governmental compliance programs directing Occupational Health policies and procedures. Conduct physical exams, BWC visits, drug and alcohol testing, respirator fit tests, vision tests, hearing tests, blood draws, Spirometry tests, Tb screenings, vaccinations, and any other required services performed through our Occupational Health Program Able to schedule physical exams, BWC appointments, drug screens, or any other service provided by Occupational Health as needed. Medication/vaccine inventory and Supply management including ordering, maintaining stocking levels, stock rotation. Ordering and receiving vaccines and medications, and maintains monthly vaccine inventory and waste logs for the multiple locations. Communicates effectively with client company representatives & their employees, fellow staff members, physicians/medical professionals, and other internal and external parties. Maintain required clinical logs for monthly inspections, documentation of calibrations, employee certifications, compliance reports, and any clinical documentation to maintain compliance with BWC, FMCSA, DOT and OSHA requirements as well as FTMC policies. Oversee the on-hand supply of Chain-of-Custody Forms, Breath Alcohol Forms, and testing supplies at multiple Occupational Health Clinic as well as the FTMC Lab/ER, and our Willard location. Team Player who is able to work well with a high functioning team with consistent quality and efficient workflows. Strong understanding of prioritization, and having timely workflows to meet established and expected timelines. Strong Customer Service - with a helpful and positive patient centered approach Flexible with daily workflows - with the ability to adapt and adjust to consistently changing tasks Consistency in quality of work - with a strong understanding of the importance of accurate documentation. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, making use of down time or slow time to prepare for influx of patients Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and attends all required training programs.
Fisher-Titus Medical Center

LPN, Occupational Health - Full Time

Caring For the Community You Love Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! Perks of working at Fisher-Titus: Hours of Work- Occupational Health - Full Time Monday - Friday 8hr shifts between 630am to 5:00 pm No Weekends, No Holidays Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more! Weekend pay differential for any weekend hours worked. About Fisher-Titus: Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community General Summary: Under the direction of the physician/provider, provides nursing care in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Essential Functions: Clinical Duties (may include, but not limited to): Taking medical histories - documenting completely and accurately in the EMR Preparing patients for examinations and as needed assisting the medical provider during examinations Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens including urine, swabs, blood, or other as required Performing basic in-office procedures such as ear cleanings or other minor clinical procedures at the direction of the medical providers Performing basic Point of Care testing such as finger stick and urine dip Providing education and instruction to the patient based on the medical provider's assessment and plan. Preparing and administering medications/vaccines/immunizations, including intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections—as directed by a physician or other licensed provider (e.g., a nurse practitioner or physician assistant) Performing EKG/ECG Administrative Duties (may include, but not limited to): Using computer applications and Electronic Medical Record Answering telephones and calling patients with results or other clinical information designated by the provider Occ Health Essential Functions/Position Specific Duties Knowledge and understanding of state and federal laws related to Worker’s Compensation (BWC), Federal Motor Carrier (FMCSA aka DOT) guidelines, OSHA workplace compliance, and any governmental compliance programs directing Occupational Health policies and procedures. Conduct physical exams, BWC visits, drug and alcohol testing, respirator fit tests, vision tests, hearing tests, blood draws, Spirometry tests, Tb screenings, vaccinations, and any other required services performed through our Occupational Health Program Able to schedule physical exams, BWC appointments, drug screens, or any other service provided by Occupational Health as needed. Medication/vaccine inventory and Supply management including ordering, maintaining stocking levels, stock rotation. Ordering and receiving vaccines and medications, and maintains monthly vaccine inventory and waste logs for the multiple locations. Communicates effectively with client company representatives & their employees, fellow staff members, physicians/medical professionals, and other internal and external parties. Maintain required clinical logs for monthly inspections, documentation of calibrations, employee certifications, compliance reports, and any clinical documentation to maintain compliance with BWC, FMCSA, DOT and OSHA requirements as well as FTMC policies. Oversee the on-hand supply of Chain-of-Custody Forms, Breath Alcohol Forms, and testing supplies at multiple Occupational Health Clinic as well as the FTMC Lab/ER, and our Willard location. Team Player who is able to work well with a high functioning team with consistent quality and efficient workflows. Strong understanding of prioritization, and having timely workflows to meet established and expected timelines. Strong Customer Service - with a helpful and positive patient centered approach Team-Player with the ability to work well with others in many challenging situations Flexible with daily workflows - with the ability to adapt and adjust to consistently changing tasks Consistency in quality of work - with a strong understanding of the importance of accurate documentation. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, making use of down time or slow time to prepare for influx of patients Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and attends all required training programs.
Fisher-Titus Medical Center

Assistant Nurse Manager - ICU

Caring For the Community You Love Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! Perks of working at Fisher-Titus: Hours of Work- ICU 2nd shift varied shifts Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more! Shift, Weekend & PRN differential About Fisher-Titus: Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community General Summary: The Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) serves as the administrative resource lead within the department for interpretation and implementation of policies and procedures for the department. They will collaborate with the department manager to direct and assist staff in problem resolution and daily department management. The ANM will collaborate with the department manager for supervisory role of direct reports, sharing responsibility for effective communication horizontally and vertically within the organization. Communicate with patients and families as needed. The ANM implements and evaluates ongoing service programs that ensure quality nursing and patient care, consistent with Fisher-Titus' mission, vision, and values. Education, Licensure, Registration and Experience: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing BSN or equivalent preferred Management experience preferred Minimum of four years of current clinical nursing experience in a hospital environment in which leadership, interpersonal skills, clinical expertise, and professional creativity has been demonstrated. Current state licensure in nursing BLS certification required ACLS certification required PALS certification preferred Two years of critical care experience preferred Essential Functions: Defines standards of department nursing care utilizing evidence-based practices and develops processes to measure and ensure consistent compliance. Manages compliance with regulatory, accrediting, and hospital policy for patient services, environment, and personnel safety. Oversees performance improvement program that consistently monitors and evaluates critical aspects of care. Accurately identifies real/potential problems affecting service and implements solutions with follow through. Actively participates in service, departmental, and hospital-wide committees as assigned, providing ongoing communication to those represented. Effectively communicates departmental, organization, and industry information to staff. Manage human resources to assure quality services and promote positive employee relations. Coaches direct reports by providing feedback, giving constructive critique of work, facilitating the development of problem solving and decision-making skills, and documents their job performance annually. Follows progressive corrective action process in order to maintain productivity and/or performance standards. Responsible for operational excellence of the department and ensures that the department delivers quality services in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and professional standards. Responsible for fiscal management of department, assures proper utilization of organizational resources. Attains all agreed to goals and objective within specified time frames as part of the organization's overall mission. Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment. Attends all required training and educational programs. Assesses need for personal growth and development and takes the initiative in seeking opportunities to meet this need. Working Conditions: · Stand/Walk – 6-8 hrs · Sit – 1-2 hrs · Bend – Up to 1/3 of time · Squat – up to 1/3 of time · Climb – up to 1/3 of time Reach Up to 1/3 of time · Lift - Up to 1/3 of time · Carry – up to 1/3 of time · Push – up to 1/3 of time · Pull – N/A · Right Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation) · Left Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation) · Right Foot - Gross Motor Function · Left Foot - Gross Motor Function · Up to 25 pounds – 1/3 or more of the time Body Fluid Exposure - Yes · Standards of Employment: Attends all mandatory education programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety and regulatory compliance. Appearance is professional, neat, clean, and appropriate for the work environment. Wears proper photo identification badge while on duty. Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times, as observed by peers and management. Attends monthly staff meetings and participates in monthly rounding process with manager to assure effective and timely two-way communications. Participates in and completes required department specific education and training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job-related hazards. Follows safety and security policies including exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens. Core Requirements: Supports the mission, vision and CARES values of Fisher Titus. Is knowledgeable of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment. Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for: Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs. Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data. Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements. Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior. Key Service Behavior: Communicates with Compassion - Every patient, Every time Engages in active listening skills Utilizes the AIDET communication tool Uses key words at key times Utilizes HEART service recovery techniques Demonstrates Service Etiquette - Every patient, Every time Smiles and greets patients using the 10/5 rule Demonstrates a calm, positive attitude through tone and body language Ensures patient privacy and promotes a healing environment Adjusts approach to respect the diversity of patients Assesses and manages patient's expectations of care Commitment to Safety - Every patient, Every time Follows established safety guidelines to reduce risk of adverse event through early recognition Commits to the Culture of Safety; If you see something, say something Delivering High Quality Care - Every patient, Every time Commits to efficient, effective and purposeful work and delivery of care Engages in practices that will continually improve processes Leadership Competencies: Emotional Intelligence Ability to grow and adapt Accountability Communication Leading and developing others Building relationships Business acumen and organizational finances (with emphasis on using available analytics, tools, and financial reporting to understand and effectively manage department operations) Strategy and implementation Managing change
Fisher-Titus Medical Center

Medical Assistant - Bellevue Office

Caring For the Community You Love Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! Perks of working at Fisher-Titus: Hours of Work-Full time Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more! Shift, Weekend & PRN differential About Fisher-Titus: Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community General Summary: Under the supervision of the Physician/Provider, assists in minor office procedures and injections, performs patient intake assessments, discharges patients from clinic and procedures, educates patient on procedures and medication changes, as well as new medications. Manages message center including taking phone calls off voicemail and entering them into EHR, accessing OARRS reports for clinic visits and for use with prescription proposals. Is able to calculate medication due dates based on OARRS reports and patient plan of care as established by physician/provider. Education, Licensure, Registration and Experience: High School graduate or equivalent Medical Assistant certification Knowledge of office procedures and equipment Experience in giving injections Typing and medical terminology experience required CPR certification required Prior Authorization and Precertification experience preferred Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned department. The individual 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 status and needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area's policies and procedures. Essential Functions: Assist Physician/Provider with patient care as required. Maintain patient records, and prepare necessary forms for billing, prior authorization of meds if indicated. Answer telephone calls and places calls as directed. Documents all messages. Is able to know, understand, and follow directions as given by the Physician/Provider. Stocking supplies and completing form for needed equipment and supplies. Conducts vital signs, EKG's and pain assessment. Reviews H&P and MAR. Schedules patient visits and assists with charts. Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned department. The individual 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 status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area's policies and procedures. Practices effective communication skills. Demonstrates responsibility and accountability as their profession, practice, and job dictates. Conducts all work activities with respect for the rights and wishes of patients, visitors, families and fellow employees including the maintenance of a pleasant quiet environment, as observed by the manager. Displays a positive attitude within the department and across departmental lines to contribute to the overall customer service program in place. Working Conditions: · Stand/Walk – 6-8 hrs · Sit – 1-2 hrs · Bend – up to 1/3 of time · Squat – up to 1/3 of time · Climb – up to 1/3 of time Reach up to 1/3 of time · Lift - up to 1/3 of time · Carry – up to 1/3 of time · Push – up to 1/3 of time · Pull – up to 1/3 of time · Right Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation) · Left Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation) · Right Foot - Gross Motor Function · Left Foot - Gross Motor Function · Up to 25 pounds – 1/3 or more of the time Body Fluid Exposure - Yes · Standards of Employment: Attends all mandatory education programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety and regulatory compliance. Appearance is professional, neat, clean, and appropriate for the work environment. Wears proper photo identification badge while on duty. Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times, as observed by peers and management. Attends monthly staff meetings and participates in monthly rounding process with manager to assure effective and timely two-way communications. Participates in and completes required department specific education and training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job-related hazards. Follows safety and security policies including exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens. Core Requirements: Supports the mission, vision and CARES values of Fisher Titus. Is knowledgeable of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment. Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for: Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs. Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data. Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements. Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior. Key Service Behavior: Communicates with Compassion - Every patient, Every time Engages in active listening skills Utilizes the AIDET communication tool Uses key words at key times Utilizes HEART service recovery techniques Demonstrates Service Etiquette - Every patient, Every time Smiles and greets patients using the 10/5 rule Demonstrates a calm, positive attitude through tone and body language Ensures patient privacy and promotes a healing environment Adjusts approach to respect the diversity of patients Assesses and manages patient's expectations of care Commitment to Safety - Every patient, Every time Follows established safety guidelines to reduce risk of adverse event through early recognition Commits to the Culture of Safety; If you see something, say something Delivering High Quality Care - Every patient, Every time Commits to efficient, effective and purposeful work and delivery of care Engages in practices that will continually improve processes
Fisher-Titus Medical Center

LPN, Sandusky Urology

Executive Urology - Sandusky, Norwalk & Bellevue Offices GENERAL SUMMARY Under the direction of the physician/provider, provides nursing care in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement care, nursing interventions and procedures necessary as the patient progresses through the perianesthesia phase of care in order to achieve optimal patient outcomes, under the direction of the RN. Maintains up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the health care team, in order to endure quality of care. Demonstrates knowledge for administering and recording of medications, can also demonstrate knowledge of commonly used medications: action, dose and side effects. Demonstrates routine assessments for PONV and implements appropriate rescue treatments. Able to perform a comprehensive pain assessment using appropriate pain scales and uses both pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods to control pain. Demonstrates knowledge in the care of the pediatric and geriatric population and their family/caregiver. Provides for the safe transfer of care with a communication handoff to the next phase of care. Functions as a role model for current and new staff. Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and attends all required training programs. About Fisher-Titus Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. In addition, Fisher-Titus’ employed physicians offer a variety of primary and specialty care services including behavioral health, digestive health, endocrinology, family medicine, general surgery, heart and vascular, internal medicine, occupational health, pediatrics, pulmonary, sleep medicine, spine surgery, urology, and women’s health. Along with the medical center, a 99-bed acute care hospital, Fisher-Titus health system includes Norwalk Memorial Home, a 69-bed skilled nursing facility; Carriage House, a 48-unit assisted living facility; a Home Health Center; and emergency transport through North Central EMS. To learn more, visit fishertitus.org. Fisher-Titus offers industry competitive benefits including: Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more! Shift differential, weekend bonus pay available and more offered for night shift positions.
Fisher-Titus Medical Center

LPN - Executive Urology Office

Caring For the Community You Love Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! Perks of working at Fisher-Titus: Hours of Work-Full time Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more! Shift, Weekend & PRN differential About Fisher-Titus: Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community General Summary: Under the direction of the physician/provider, provides nursing care in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Education, Licensure, Registration and Experience: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing CPR certification Demonstrated proficiency in acute care nursing, knowledge and skills Current state licensure Essential Functions: Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, nursing intervention, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Follows the office exposure control plans bloodborne and airborne pathogens. Schedule all patients for any surgical procedure requested by the physician/provider. Must follow each individual physician schedule. Fulfilling patient care responsibilities which may include: accompanying patients to exam/procedure room, assisting patients with transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, and assess patient's general condition, and ensures that needs are met. Performs all nursing duties, collecting history, vital signs, and assist physician(s) with examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatments, and provide direct patient care as ordered. Obtains prior authorizations and pre-certifications as needed and manages referrals through EMR. Documents all interventions, patient/family responses, medication dispensed or prescribed and hospital data in the electronic medical record. Responsible for charting patient encounter day of visit to ensure documented, organized and chronological medical record. Labeling, documenting, and tracking all specimens or tests ordered/received following set standards and reporting all test results to the physician. Promotes wellness by providing patient education materials and communicating the physicians' advice and instructions to patients/families and assisting with scheduling appointments, tests or procedures serving as a role model for customer service. Fulfilling environment responsibilities by setting up instruments and equipment according to protocol and cleaning exam/procedure rooms between patient visits adhering to infection control/safety guidelines. Working Conditions: · Stand/Walk – 6-8 hours · Sit – 1-2 hours · Bend – up to 1/3 of time · Squat – up to 1/3 of time · Climb – up to 1/3 of time Reach up to 1/3 of time · Lift - up to 1/3 of time · Carry – up to 1/3 of time · Push – up to 1/3 of time · Pull – up to 1/3 of time · Right Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation) · Left Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation) · Right Foot - Gross Motor Function · Left Foot - Gross Motor Function · Up to 25 pounds – 1/3 or more of the time Body Fluid Exposure - Yes · Standards of Employment: Attends all mandatory education programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety and regulatory compliance. Appearance is professional, neat, clean, and appropriate for the work environment. Wears proper photo identification badge while on duty. Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times, as observed by peers and management. Attends monthly staff meetings and participates in monthly rounding process with manager to assure effective and timely two-way communications. Participates in and completes required department specific education and training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job-related hazards. Follows safety and security policies including exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens. Core Requirements: Supports the mission, vision and CARES values of Fisher Titus. Is knowledgeable of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment. Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for: Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs. Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data. Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements. Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior. Key Service Behavior: Communicates with Compassion - Every patient, Every time Engages in active listening skills Utilizes the AIDET communication tool Uses key words at key times Utilizes HEART service recovery techniques Demonstrates Service Etiquette - Every patient, Every time Smiles and greets patients using the 10/5 rule Demonstrates a calm, positive attitude through tone and body language Ensures patient privacy and promotes a healing environment Adjusts approach to respect the diversity of patients Assesses and manages patient's expectations of care Commitment to Safety - Every patient, Every time Follows established safety guidelines to reduce risk of adverse event through early recognition Commits to the Culture of Safety; If you see something, say something Delivering High Quality Care - Every patient, Every time Commits to efficient, effective and purposeful work and delivery of care Engages in practices that will continually improve processes
Fisher-Titus Medical Center

LPN - Sandusky Rheumatology

Caring For the Community You Love Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! Perks of working at Fisher-Titus: Hours of Work-Full time position Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more! Shift, Weekend & PRN differential About Fisher-Titus: Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community General Summary: Under the direction of the physician/provider, provides nursing care in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Education, Licensure, Registration and Experience: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing CPR certification Demonstrated proficiency in acute care nursing, knowledge and skills Current state licensure Essential Functions: Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement medical plan of care, nursing intervention, and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient. Follows the office exposure control plans bloodborne and airborne pathogens. Schedule all patients for any surgical procedure requested by the physician/provider. Must follow each individual physician schedule. Fulfilling patient care responsibilities which may include: accompanying patients to exam/procedure room, assisting patients with transfers, dressing, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, and assess patient's general condition, and ensures that needs are met. Performs all nursing duties, collecting history, vital signs, and assist physician(s) with examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatments, and provide direct patient care as ordered. Obtains prior authorizations and pre-certifications as needed and manages referrals through EMR. Documents all interventions, patient/family responses, medication dispensed or prescribed and hospital data in the electronic medical record. Responsible for charting patient encounter day of visit to ensure documented, organized and chronological medical record. Labeling, documenting, and tracking all specimens or tests ordered/received following set standards and reporting all test results to the physician. Promotes wellness by providing patient education materials and communicating the physicians' advice and instructions to patients/families and assisting with scheduling appointments, tests or procedures serving as a role model for customer service. Fulfilling environment responsibilities by setting up instruments and equipment according to protocol and cleaning exam/procedure rooms between patient visits adhering to infection control/safety guidelines. Working Conditions: · Stand/Walk – 6-8 hrs · Sit – 1-2 hrs · Bend – up to 1/3 of time · Squat – up to 1/3 of time · Climb – up to 1/3 of time Reach up to 1/3 of time · Lift - up to 1/3 of time · Carry – up to 1/3 of time · Push – up to 1/3 of time · Pull – up to 1/3 of time · Right Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation) · Left Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation) · Right Foot - Gross Motor Function · Left Foot - Gross Motor Function · Up to 25 pounds – 1/3 or more of the time Body Fluid Exposure - Yes · Standards of Employment: Attends all mandatory education programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety and regulatory compliance. Appearance is professional, neat, clean, and appropriate for the work environment. Wears proper photo identification badge while on duty. Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times, as observed by peers and management. Attends monthly staff meetings and participates in monthly rounding process with manager to assure effective and timely two-way communications. Participates in and completes required department specific education and training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job-related hazards. Follows safety and security policies including exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens. Core Requirements: Supports the mission, vision and CARES values of Fisher Titus. Is knowledgeable of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment. Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for: Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs. Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data. Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements. Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior. Key Service Behavior: Communicates with Compassion - Every patient, Every time Engages in active listening skills Utilizes the AIDET communication tool Uses key words at key times Utilizes HEART service recovery techniques Demonstrates Service Etiquette - Every patient, Every time Smiles and greets patients using the 10/5 rule Demonstrates a calm, positive attitude through tone and body language Ensures patient privacy and promotes a healing environment Adjusts approach to respect the diversity of patients Assesses and manages patient's expectations of care Commitment to Safety - Every patient, Every time Follows established safety guidelines to reduce risk of adverse event through early recognition Commits to the Culture of Safety; If you see something, say something Delivering High Quality Care - Every patient, Every time Commits to efficient, effective and purposeful work and delivery of care Engages in practices that will continually improve processes
Fisher-Titus Medical Center

Cert Surgical Scrub Tech

Caring For the Community You Love Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! Perks of working at Fisher-Titus: $5,000 Sign-on Bonus offered! Hours of Work- Full time at Executive Urology offices Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more! Shift, Weekend & PRN differential About Fisher-Titus: Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community General Summary: Performs technical skills and aids surgeons, anesthesia personnel, registered nurses, and other professionals in the operating room. Performs similar duties in other areas of the hospital as assigned. Essential Functions: Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of techniques and procedures used by surgeons for various surgeries. Practices within the scope of practice for a Surgical Technologist as outlined by the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST). Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of asepsis and consistently maintains sterile technique. Monitors and calls attention to breaks in technique. Communicates to circulating RN and surgeon any breaks in technique. Demonstrates knowledge of sterilization and disinfection, as evidenced by practice. Able to assemble and troubleshoot equipment and instrumentation. Ensures all necessary equipment and available instruments and supplies are in the room prior to the start of a case. Handles all surgical specimens appropriately. In conjunction with the RN, conducts accurate sponge, needle, and instrument counts according to departmental policies. Accurately confirms and labels all medications on the sterile field, informs surgeon of medication to be dispensed prior to passing at the field. Demonstrates an understanding of the electronic system to retrieve and view pick tickets to pull surgical cases. Updates preference cards as indicated. Communicates changes/needs to inventory coordinator. Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency in preparing patient for surgery once in the surgical suit Demonstrates OR team involvement by actively participating in operating room turnover process, returning unused case supplies/equipment, and assisting with restocking of room supplies. Participates in surgical "Time Out" and "Sign Out" process for each procedure in conjunction with the circulating RN, surgeon, and any other surgical team members present according to departmental policy. Contributes to the daily tasks of preparing next day's procedure equipment and supplies by completing pull and order, ensuring equipment is ready for the next day. 100% completion of department specific and required annual competencies. Demonstrates time management and organizational skills. FOR CST/SA Certification: Demonstrates behaviors in the intraoperative phase to include: Using instruments/medical devices, providing exposure, handling and/or cutting tissue, providing hemostasis, and suturing under the direction of the surgeon. Demonstrates an understanding of techniques used by various surgeons to facilitate a safe surgical procedure in the assist role. Injections of medications, such as anesthetic agents, as directed and under the supervision of the surgeon.
Fisher-Titus Medical Center

LPN, Norwalk Memorial Home - Full time Nights

Caring For the Community You Love Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! Perks of working at Fisher-Titus: $2,000 Sign-on Bonus Offered Hours of Work- Full time, Night Shift (6:30pm-7:00am) - 3 Shifts per week + Senior Services premium! Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more! Shift, Weekend & PRN differential About Fisher-Titus: Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community General Summary: Under the direction of the physician/provider, provides nursing care in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Essential Functions: Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to implement care, nursing interventions and procedures necessary as the patient progresses through the perianesthesia phase of care in order to achieve optimal patient outcomes, under the direction of the RN. Maintains up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the health care team, in order to endure quality of care. Demonstrates knowledge for administering and recording of medications, can also demonstrate knowledge of commonly used medications: action, dose and side effects. Demonstrates routine assessments for PONV and implements appropriate rescue treatments. Able to perform a comprehensive pain assessment using appropriate pain scales and uses both pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods to control pain. Demonstrates knowledge in the care of the pediatric and geriatric population and their family/caregiver. Provides for the safe transfer of care with a communication handoff to the next phase of care. Functions as a role model for current and new staff. Maintains current knowledge/certification/licensure. Pursues professional growth and attends all required training programs.
Fisher-Titus Medical Center

Surgical Scrub Tech, First Assist

Caring For the Community You Love Choose a career to make a difference in people's lives every day, choose Fisher-Titus! Perks of working at Fisher-Titus: Hours of Work- Full Time + flexible hours + 10 hour days + $10,000 sign-on bonus for First Assist! Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more! Shift, Weekend & PRN differential About Fisher-Titus: Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation. Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community General Summary: Performs technical skills and aids surgeons, anesthesia personnel, registered nurses, and other professionals in the operating room. Performs similar duties in other areas of the hospital as assigned. Essential Functions: Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of techniques and procedures used by surgeons for various surgeries. Practices within the scope of practice for a Surgical Technologist as outlined by the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST). Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of asepsis and consistently maintains sterile technique. Monitors and calls attention to breaks in technique. Communicates to circulating RN and surgeon any breaks in technique. Demonstrates knowledge of sterilization and disinfection, as evidenced by practice. Able to assemble and troubleshoot equipment and instrumentation. Ensures all necessary equipment and available instruments and supplies are in the room prior to the start of a case. Handles all surgical specimens appropriately. In conjunction with the RN, conducts accurate sponge, needle, and instrument counts according to departmental policies. Accurately confirms and labels all medications on the sterile field, informs surgeon of medication to be dispensed prior to passing at the field. Demonstrates an understanding of the electronic system to retrieve and view pick tickets to pull surgical cases. Updates preference cards as indicated. Communicates changes/needs to inventory coordinator. Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency in preparing patient for surgery once in the surgical suit Demonstrates OR team involvement by actively participating in operating room turnover process, returning unused case supplies/equipment, and assisting with restocking of room supplies. Participates in surgical "Time Out" and "Sign Out" process for each procedure in conjunction with the circulating RN, surgeon, and any other surgical team members present according to departmental policy. Contributes to the daily tasks of preparing next day's procedure equipment and supplies by completing pull and order, ensuring equipment is ready for the next day. 100% completion of department specific and required annual competencies. Demonstrates time management and organizational skills. FOR CST/SA Certification: Demonstrates behaviors in the intraoperative phase to include: Using instruments/medical devices, providing exposure, handling and/or cutting tissue, providing hemostasis, and suturing under the direction of the surgeon. Demonstrates an understanding of techniques used by various surgeons to facilitate a safe surgical procedure in the assist role. Injections of medications, such as anesthetic agents, as directed and under the supervision of the surgeon.