Surgical Technologist

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Job Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Surgical Technologist, where you will play a vital role in supporting surgical procedures across diverse specialties. Your expertise will ensure a sterile environment, assist surgeons and nurses, and contribute to positive patient outcomes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in fast-paced settings such as trauma centers, emergency departments, and ambulatory surgery centers, utilizing your technical skills and clinical knowledge to deliver exceptional patient care. If you thrive in high-pressure environments and are passionate about surgical support, this role is your next career move! Duties

• Prepare operating rooms by sterilizing instruments, arranging supplies, and ensuring all equipment is ready for procedures.
• Assist surgical teams during operations by passing instruments, holding retractors, and managing supplies to facilitate smooth procedures.
• Maintain strict aseptic techniques to prevent infection and ensure patient safety throughout surgical interventions.
• Monitor vital signs and physiological responses of patients during surgery, providing critical data to the team.
• Collect and document data related to surgical procedures, patient responses, and equipment usage in electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic.
• Support patient care before, during, and after surgery by ensuring comfort, safety, and adherence to protocols.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including anesthesiologists, nurses, and physicians to optimize surgical outcomes in complex environments like Level I Trauma Centers or PICU settings. Requirements
• Proven experience working in hospital environments with OR experience or ambulatory surgery centers.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, infection control practices, and aseptic techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to perform suturing and assist with various surgical procedures across specialties such as trauma, emergency medicine, pediatrics, and critical care.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems like Epic for documentation and data collection purposes.
• Critical care experience including ICU or Level II trauma center exposure is highly desirable.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
• Excellent analysis skills for assessing patient needs and responding swiftly in acute care situations.
• Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced settings requiring attention to vital signs, infection prevention measures, and detailed medical records management. Join us to make a meaningful impact on patient lives through expert surgical support! We are committed to fostering a collaborative environment where your skills are valued and your professional growth is supported at every step.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person