What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Tech position at CommonSpirit Health?
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Surgical Tech, you will help prepare the operating room and surgical team so they can successfully perform a variety of surgical procedures for patients.
Every day you will set up surgical equipment and instruments, assist the surgical team, and ensure a sterile environment. You will be expected to adapt quickly, collaborate effectively within the OR team, and contribute directly to the patient's healing process.
To be successful in this role, you must possess adaptability, a strong team-player mindset, and enthusiasm for supporting complex surgical procedures.
- Performs surgical technology tasks and functions that are performed with other members of the surgical team that includes:
- Prepares the operating room for surgical procedures by ensuring the equipment is functioning properly and safely.
- Prepares the operating room and the sterile field for surgical procedures by preparing sterile supplies, instruments and equipment using sterile techniques.
- Demonstrates knowledge of human anatomy and pathophysiology and how it relates to the patient and surgical procedure.
- Performs tasks in the sterile field.
- Performs in the role of scrub nurse according to the plan of patient care and departmental staffing needs.
- Performs duties according to department specific expectations as identified and assigned.
- Assists with patient care activities under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse.
- Anticipates usual and unexpected events during the surgical procedure and responds in an efficient manner.
- Adheres to aseptic practices providing and maintaining a safe environment.
$10,000 Sign on Bonus
Up to $7,000 Education Assistance Available
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Job RequirementsCompletion of a Surgical Technology program
Surg Tech Certification preferred
Basic Life Support through American Heart Association
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Where You'll WorkCHI Health St. Francis was established in Grand Island, Neb. in 1887. Today, our hospital is a regional referral center, with more than 100 physicians and more than 1,100 team members working together to build a healthier community. Our goal is to provide patients with high-quality medical care close to home, where they can be supported by their family, friends, and community.