SURGERY - SURGICAL TECHNICIAN

Idaho Falls Community Hospital is looking for a Surgical Technician to join our team! 

JOB SUMMARY: The Operating Room Scrub assists the surgeon at the sterile field by providing appropriate and adequate sterile instruments and other supplies during the operative procedures.  Maintains the surgical field through aseptic practices.  Works under the supervision of the Surgery Team Leader as a member of the perioperative team.  Assists in the nursing care and preparation of the surgical patient for surgery and performs routine and delegated duties according to the standards of practice and policies of the facility and department.  Facilitates and demonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors at all times.

ABOUT IDAHO FALLS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL: 

At Idaho Falls Community Hospital, helping our community get better is our number one priority. We are committed to providing compassionate, emergency care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Idaho Falls Community Hospital is proud to have a state-of-the-art Emergency Department, a stroke and diagnostic cardiac center, and a trauma center. 

Our work environment is collaborative, purpose driven and people centric. Our culture is unique and it is what makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference, we have a place for you on our team. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Is responsible for the setting up and performance of surgical cases by assembly of equipment and supplies according to physician preference.
2. Is responsible for the setting up and performance of surgical cases by opening sterile pack, supplies, and instruments according to sterile technique.
3. Prepares sterile field, including sponge, needle, and instrument counts when needed.  Ensures the sterility of supplies and instrumentations used during operative procedures.
4. Works cooperatively in the cleanup of the operating room following surgery, including the proper disposal of used supplies and sharps, the cleaning and decontamination of instruments, equipment and operating room.
5. Handles specimens according to proper procedure.
6. May act as an assistant to the circulating nurse in preparing the patient for surgery, positioning the patient in the appropriate position, and moving the patient to and from operating table.  Assists the circulator in other duties as directed.
7. Demonstrates understanding and utilization of principles of asepsis in all duties.
8. Uses supplies conservatively and efficiently.
9. During surgical procedures:
   • Passes instruments to the surgeon and the assistant.
   • Is attentive to the operative area by being alert for breaks in technique.
   • Maintains an attitude of willingness to assist with the surgical procedure.
   • Is aware of the location of all instruments, needles, sponges, and specimens.
10. Utilizes appropriate techniques to assist the surgeon with injection of local and closure of body planes when specifically requested by a surgeon. Training will be by said surgeon or certification from and accredited organization.

BENEFITS:  

Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Idaho Falls Community Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 

• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off 

• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)  

• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program 

• Education Reimbursement Program 

• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Idaho Falls Community Hospital and Mountain View Hospital  

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification. 

Education/Certification:  Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technician Program. Certification as a Surgical Technologist preferred.  Current BLS required.

Experience:  Operating room experience preferred