It's more than a career, it's a calling. OK-SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City Worker Type: Regular Job Summary: Performs patient care activities in the cardiovascular operating room (CVOR) as assigned to assist the registered nurse or physician. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Anticipates and plans individualized care for the patient based on advanced knowledge of the cardiovascular operating room (CVOR) surgical case and anticipates unexpected patient and surgeon needs. Assists CVOR surgical cases by running the table and assisting the surgeon at an expert level utilizing the principles of surgical asepsis, infection control, universal precautions, and life safety. Maintains an orderly and organized work environment and takes responsibility for the maintenance and care of specialty equipment and assists the team to meet both quality and efficiency outcomes. Demonstrates expertise in the operation and function of instrumentation and equipment for cases in the CVOR. Maintains all specialty instrument sets, understands appropriate sterilization methods, and acts as a resource and mentor to non-specialty staff on specialty equipment and instrumentation. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. EDUCATION High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience EXPERIENCE Six months' experience as a CVOR surgical technologist or two years' of surgical technologist experience PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors. Constant use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Constant lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Frequent lifting/moving patients. Frequent bending, stooping, reaching and gripping. Frequent use of clear vision at 20 inches or less. Frequent use of speech to share information through oral communication. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing over 50 lbs. Occasional use of clear vision at 20 feet or more. Occasional use of sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional keyboard use/data entry. Rare kneeling. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) Or Tech in Surgery - Certified - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Or National Registered Surgical Technician (NRST) - American Allied Health Association (AAH) Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department: 4403000040 Surgery Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefits: SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage : we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
Enjoy a predictable Monday through Friday schedule with no weekends, no holidays, and no on-call requirements. Azura's outpatient vascular centers provide a collaborative, patient-focused environment where team members deliver high-quality care using advanced technology in a comfortable ambulatory setting. This setting offers the opportunity to build strong patient relationships while maintaining an excellent work-life balance. PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Performs scrub and circulating duties during interventional proceduresaccording to USV/FMS policies and procedures. Assists with preparation of procedure room, inventory of supplies and stocking of supplies in the procedure room and stock room. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists with the maintenance and setting up of the procedure room in compliance with FMCNA/USV policies and procedures and state and federal regulations. Stocks procedure room and procedure trays with all needed supplies and interventional equipment prior to procedure. Cleans the procedure room including the equipmentand machinery post procedure. May assist with preparing the patient for the surgical procedure by positioning, shaving and prepping. Prepares and administers medications within the scope of practice and state regulations. Performs patient transfers and positioning of patients and transports patient to and from procedure room. Acts as scrub assistant assisting the physician during interventional procedures under fluoroscopy; maintaining a sterile technique according to the established company policies and procedures and state and federal regulations. Draws up intravenous medication and labels as per Medication Labeling Policy, and Medication in the Sterile Field Competency. Performs circulating duties in the procedure room. Complies with HIPAA policies and standards in regards to patient confidentiality. Assists with maintaining environmental integrity and aesthetics. Ensures all areas are clean, sanitary and safe on a daily basis Ensures all facility equipment and instruments are in proper working condition by inspecting equipment on a daily basis before andafter procedures. May perform minor equipment repairs and general upkeep. Communicatesproblems to supervisor and documents issues in the communications log. May assist with instrument sterilization and packaging of surgical instruments. Assists with preparing, organizing, and efficiently utilizing supplies and equipment to prevent wastage. Provides outstanding quality of patient care by supporting and driving USV quality standards through meeting regulatory requirements and the practiceof Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), including use of USV/FMS CQI tools. Assists with implementing USV quality goals and facility specific action plans in order to achieve USV quality standards. Maintains integrity of medical records and other USV administrative and operational records. Provides clerical and practical support to physicians and staff: Works with the physicians and staff to have all necessaryinstruments and equipment are on hand. May print images and send to the physician. May assist with training and orienting new employees on the medical equipment. Files paperwork in patient files according to policies and procedures. Assists with inventory, ordering of supplies and re-stocking of supplies. May process x-ray images after acquisitions. May archive patient images to comply with USV policies and procedures for patient medical records and state regulations. Participates in all facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans to address any deficiencies identified. Responsible for assisting the territory with marketing, educating, promoting and selling Fresenius Vascular Care services to dialysis clinics, Medical Directors, nephrologists and other pertinent members of the medical community in an assigned territory. They work closely with Sales Management team and Clinical Specialist. Provides sales and relationship support to an assigned FVC territory or territories working in conjunction with the FVC Sales Management team / Clinical Specialist, or Regional Director of Sales identifying new accounts for Fresenius Vascular Care services to generate revenue. Establish and maintains a close relationship with current user accounts/customers, and researches the local physician market to identify potential candidates/customers for FVC services making the necessary sales calls to these potential customers under the direction of the Regional Director of Sales & Marketing to grow the number of patient procedures performed at the FVC ambulatory centers. Maintains knowledge of the vascular care business and services programs provided by FVC as well as the competitors in the local market Acts as the customer relations contact and liaison between the dialysis clinics, specialty clinics and the FVC Center Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations. Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.Other duties as assigned. Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS : The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Day to day work includesdesk and personalcomputer work and interaction with patients, facility staff and physicians. The work environment is characteristic of a health care facilitywith air temperature control and moderate noiselevels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds. Must be able to stand in a protective apron for up to 45-60 minutes. Significant travel (up to 50%) within the assigned geography/region may be necessary. EDUCATION : High School Diploma required Surgical Technologist Certification, preferred. EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: 1 - 2 years' related experience. Previous patient care experiencepreferred. Working knowledgeof interventional equipment (including C-Arm and Ultrasound equipment), procedures and materials/supplies needed for each procedure. Knowledge of sterile techniques. Experience with special procedures utilizinga C-Arm preferred. Knowledge of universal precautions and personal protective devices to be utilized when operating radiology systems. Successfully completeBLS certification. Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
Community Hospital is hiring a PRN Surgical Tech ! We’re offering an exciting opportunity to work alongside a dedicated, compassionate team – where you are valued just as much as the patients we serve. At Community Hospital, we are guided by our C.A.R.E.S. values where Compassion is required, Attitude is valued, Respect is demanded, Excellence is expected and Service is commended. Come be a part of a place where your hard work is recognized, your goals are supported, and your impact matters. Under the general supervision, the Surgical Tech performs the scrub role and maintains a safe sterile environment which includes preparing, passing, holding, inserting, removing, cleaning and assembly of instruments, equipment and supplies; counting sponges, needles, sharps and instruments; and assists the RN with delegated circulating duties, transporting, positioning, skin preps and specimen preparation in accordance with established hospital policies and procedures. Always works as a team member within the entire facility. Performs other duties as assigned. Essential Functions: Is responsible for performing the scrub role and assist with all aspects of the care of the surgical patient according to policy and procedure and care standards. Ability to take direction from others and follow through in a concise manner, which also promotes efficiency. Ability to communicate using written, verbal, non-verbal skills when interacting with staff, physicians and ancillary departments. Ability to set priorities. Application of sterile and aseptic techniques Knowledge of anatomy & surgical procedures Acts to protect and advance patient’s best interest. Maintains knowledge of equipment, expected patient outcome, and anticipated complications. Satisfactorily demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties outlined in this job description as well as continually demonstrates competency in performing the job duties. Qualifications: High School graduate or equivalent required. Graduate of a School of Surgical Technology preferred. Effectively communicates, both orally and written. AHA BLS healthcare required within 30 days of hire.
