Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Day ShiftDescription:Functions as a team member under the supervision of an Registered Nurse. Utilizes Association of PerioperativeRegistered Nurses (AORN) Perioperative Standards, Association of Surgical Technologist Recommended Standards ofPractice; Perioperative policies and procedures in performing duties related to care of the patient during surgicalintervention. Scrubs consistently in complex cases independently. Support the SJMO Core Values and divisionbeliefs during interactions with patients, visitors and colleagues.Position Qualifications:A. EducationAssociates hired prior to 9/1/13: Graduate of an approved Surgical Technologist program or equivalent workexperience. Associates Degree in Surgical Technology preferred.Associates hired after 9/1/13: Minimum of Associates Degree in Surgical Technology or current CertifiedAssociation of Surgical Technologist.B. Licensure / CertificationCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.Associates hired prior to 9/1/13: Association of Surgical Technologist Certification, preferred. Associateshired/transferred after 9/1/13: Association of Surgical Technologist Certification preferred (refer to Educationsection above).C Special Skill / AptitudesMust successfully complete department orientation/competency review for complex cases which may includeInterpersonal skills necessary in order to interact in an effective manner with patients, families, physicians andto collaborate within a team, with other unit teams and various levels of Hospital personnel.Successful completion of orientation to complex cases, demonstrating the ability to work independently.Excellent customer service orientation skills necessary in order to deal effectively with various levels ofhospital personnel, outside customers and community groups.D. ExperienceMinimum of 2 years working experience as a Surgical Technologist demonstrating the ability to develop andimprove skills in assisting surgeon and in the organization of work by using economy of time, motion andmaterials.Duties / Responsibilities:1 Applies the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner to provide optimum patient care. Maintainshighest standard of sterile technique and corrects any breaks in technique.2 Participates in general cleaning, stocking and sterilization of instruments and supplies in the OR. Accordingto policy and procedure, maintains a clean and safe OR environment.3 Assists in setting up the OR with supplies, instruments and other equipment. Arranges supplies andinstruments for efficient use during the surgical procedures. Differentiates sterilization methods for specialequipment and instruments necessary for specific surgical procedures as required. Anticipates future supplyand instrument needs of following room procedures to reduce room turnover between cases.4 Assists with moving and positioning of patients pre-op, intra-op and post-operatively.5 Scrubs on a variety of procedures, and at least 50% of work time is assigned to at least two of the following:a) Abdominal aortic Aneurysm and/or Aortic Bi-femoral Bypass Graftsb) Total Joint Replacement and repairc) Craniotomy / fusionsd) Open-Heart Surgery including CABG and Valve Replacement6 Anticipates the needs of the surgeon when passing instruments, sponges, sutures, etc., during the surgicalprocedure. Also, anticipates the needs of the surgical team and assists efficiently within the sterile field asdirected by the surgeon.7 Maintains an accurate count of sponges, needles and instruments and is jointly responsible with the RNcirculator for ensuring counts are complete prior to the procedure and before the incision is closed.8 Identifies and gives the specimen to the circulating RN as directed by the surgeon.9 Participates on a consistent basis in the orientation and education of all operating room staff includingTechnologists and Surgical Technologist Students.10 Performs all duties in a manner consistent with safe patient care and according to specified policy andprocedure. Respects confidentiality of patient records and information, patient's right to privacy, dignity andsafety.11 Contributes to unit projects and assists in trial and evaluation of new surgical products and procedures.12 Participates in continuing education/in-service meetings, seeking opportunity for professional growth anddevelopment, maintaining a current continuing education record.Demonstrates and actively promotes an understanding and commitment to the mission of St. Joseph MercyOakland through performing behaviors consistent with the Trinity Health Values.Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations, the TrinityHealth Organizational Integrity Program, including the Standards of Conduct, Code of Ethics, as well asother policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical andprofessional behaviors.Supports and conducts one's self in a manner consistent with customer service expectationsIn accordance with unit or departmental practice, determines that appropriate charges have been entered for thecorrect patient, encounter, date/time of service, with any required modifiers. Make corrections as needed percharge capture policy/practice.In accordance with unit or departmental practice, actively participates in on-going education andcommunication regarding revenue management.In accordance with unit or departmental practice, assists with tracking and monitoring of equipment assignedto the unit. Requests services for maintaining equipment as needed.In accordance with unit or departmental practice, proficient with the electronic health records fordocumentation, assessment, and care management, performing these activities concurrently with provision ofcare throughout the shift.Working Conditions: Position may require frequent lifting and carrying of patients/equipment/other not to exceed 51 pounds.Associates will not lift items/patients exceeding 35 pounds from the floor. The job is performed in the surgical suite and related areas. Working in the patient care environment mayresult in exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous substances. Working weekends, holidays and rotating shifts may be necessary in order to meet staffing needs.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.EOE including disability/veteran
