Instrument Technician/Surgical Technologist Extern

24 Apr 2024

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Position: Instrument Technician/Surgical Technologist ExternLocation: Methodist HospitalShift: PRN, flexible hoursProvides surgical technology to direct and indirect care and service under the supervision of a surgical technologist. Assists the surgeon and Surgical technologist and performs operative/invasive procedures. Facilitates the daily operations of surgical services by ensuring instruments and related accessories are appropriate to meet department needs. Provides support function to facilitate the daily operations of patient care and department needs.Why UnityPoint Health?Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.

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Visit us at UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work. https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.orgSurgical Technologist Extern· Communicates and collaborates with others.· Counts are timely and actions reflect clear understanding of the dual responsibility with circulating RN.· Preparation for surgeon specific operative/invasive procedure that’s timely, accurate, effective and efficient.· Sets up sterile field and is scrubbed prior to patient entering the room.· Scrubs on simple to complex procedures for a variety of specialties.· Able to “run mayo” independently.· Is prepared for sequencing, i.e. clamp, cut and tie. · Attentive to case, pays attention to subtle cues and responds appropriately.· Performs in first scrub role independently.· Performs case closing activates such as dressing application, transfer and turnover.· Monitors the sterile field at all times and points out contaminations.· Picks cases, suture, instruments and supplies per surgeon preference cards· Opens sterile supplies without contaminating.· Open instruments sets, verifying that all indicators are sterilized appropriately.40%Instrument Technician· Properly wraps and prepares instrument trays for sterilization.· Wash instrument trays.· Wipe down case carts/run case cart washer.· Load and run sterilizer.· Demonstrates flexibility, speed, and fluidity in response to rapidly changing needs.· Anticipates and meets need to ensure cases are not delayed.· Collaborates with staff to ensure availability of instruments and supplies.· Follows established procedures for care and handling of instruments.· Operates reprocessing/sterilization equipment (sterilizers, aerators, ultrasonic, etc.).· Performs all sterilization/disinfection monitoring. · Uses manufacturer’s instructions for all steps of the reprocessing process.· Labels instruments/supplies accurately.· Collaborates with Surgical Technologist, RN’s and Surgical Instrument lead to ensure appropriate functional resources are available.· Monitors integrity of instruments to reduce loss and/or damage.· Monitors reprocessing process to ensure appropriate handling of instruments.· Inspects instruments for defects and follows instrument repair process.30%Perioperative Nursing Assistant· Stock warmers on a daily basis.· Transport of patients.· Assist with turnovers in different specialties.· Able to run Lab/specimen.· Knowledgeable in multiple support areas such as: instruments, equipment, suture, and preparation area.· Reviews daily surgery schedule, collaborates with leadership and plans support functions.· Prepares for age specific case requirements. · Identifies barriers and initiates appropriate intervention.· Demonstrates working knowledge of surgical conscience, electronic systems equipment and the interrelationship of pre-op, intra-op, and post-op. · Demonstrates effective critical thinking and problem solving. · Provides technical assistance to surgeons, RN, Surgical Technologist and support staff.· Independently sets up and is able to operate equipment for a variety of surgical specialties.· Provides case specific needs: specialty operating table, case specific assistive devices.· Able to view multiple specialty, needs collaborate communication and provides required support.· Establish a Relationship and communication with family members.· Integrates individual efforts within surgery services to ensure a safe environment, promote teamwork, and satisfaction.20%Basic UPH Performance Criteria · Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.· Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.· Employee is currently enrolled and attending an accredited surgical technology program.· Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.· Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.· Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.10%Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.Minimum RequirementsIdentify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.Preferred or SpecializedNot required to perform the essential functions of the position.Education:Must be currently enrolled and in good standing in a Surgical Technologist Program and will graduate within two years of hire/start date.Experience:License(s)/Certification(s):Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire/start date.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English.Basic computer knowledge using word processing, spreadsheet, email, and web browser. Multicultural sensitivityCritical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions. Other:Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position. Work may occasionally require travel to other UPH facilities/hospitals.Required to drive your own vehicle for business purposes.Requisition ID: 2022-110225 Street: 221 NE Glen Oak Ave Name: 5020 UnityPoint Health Methodist Medical Center Name: Surgery- MMCI FTE (Numeric Only; Ex. 0.01): 0.01 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Scheduled Hours/Shift: As Needed- work around your school schedule External Company URL: http://www.unitypoint.org

Full-time
  • ID: #39372936
  • State: Illinois Peoria 61601 Peoria USA
  • City: Peoria
  • Salary: USD TBD TBD
  • Showed: 2022-04-24
  • Deadline: 2022-06-23
  • Category: Et cetera