BONUS Surgical Technologist (FT - Days / 8's) KH Hamilton

Company: Kettering Medical Center
Location: Hamilton
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether its by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.The surgical technologist (ST) is responsible for assisting in direct care to patients undergoing surgical intervention by selecting, setting up and passing of sterile instruments to the surgeon and assistants, under the direction of the RN and the surgeon. Responsibilities include, yet, not limited to the following:Appropriately labels and handles patient specimens.Competently performs Surgical Technologist skills as defined by the units scope of practice.Maintains a clean, safe environment free from clutter.Receives and responds to appropriate delegation; does not perform skills/care that has not been delegated by a licensed nurse or physician.Recognizes and responds appropriately to emergency situations.Demonstrates safe infection control practices.Assists the nurse/physician with patient procedures.Performs preceptor activities as requested.Participates in one elective educational opportunity.Demonstrates a working knowledge of aseptic technique in preparing for and assisting in surgical procedures.Prepares OR table and scrubs with surgeries.Provides necessary instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery.Acquires and demonstrates skills needed to operate specialized equipment used in the OR.Assist with preoperative and postoperative care as directed by RNDemonstrates a working knowledge of surgical procedures and provides necessary instruments, supplies and equipment.Assist with patient transport and other patient care duties in the OR. Required Skills, Education and Experience: Associate Degree in Surgical Technology from a NBSTA accredited program or certification from NCCT; orFour (4) years of experience as a surgical technologist with a High School Diploma; orFour (4) years applicable on the job or military surgical technology training with a High School DiplomaRequired Licenses, Certifications and Registrations:Certified Surgical Technologist required within one year of hire, if hired without certificationSurgical Technology skills required, preferably in a hospital operating room environmentExperience as a Surgical Technologist preferredRequisition Number: 2022-35956 Shift: First Shift External Company URL: Street: 630 Eaton Avenue FTE: 80 Hours Per Pay Period/FTE 1.0

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