Surgical Technologist

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Location: Sharon, CT, United States
Salary Range: 27.91 - 51.83
Work Type: Per Diem
Standard Hours: 0
FTE: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: DAY 8.5
Work Shift: per diem M-F, 7am-3:30pm, plus on call shifts
Date Posted: Sep 19, 2024

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Nuvance Health extends from New York’s Hudson Valley to western Connecticut. Our team of more than 15,000 caregivers delivers compassionate care through seven community hospitals, primary care and specialty practice locations, outpatient settings, home care services and telehealth visits. With strong hearts and open minds, we’re pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected, all in the name of possibility. As we journey forward, we are guided by our values: personal, imaginative, agile and connected. Our curiosity is opening new pathways and creating new advancements in healthcare for all.

Description

Certified Surg Techs Wanted at the Sharon Hospital!

Attention Certified Surgical Technologists looking for PRN Work at the Sharon Hospital! We are part of a 7 hospital system where some see impossible, we choose to see possible. Join us as we redefine the expected in healthcare. Find out what makes us different and how you can join our team.... This is a PRN day shift M-F, 7am-3:30pm, plus on call shifts. We offer competitive pay. ($39/hour + for PRN) Qualified candidates will hold the CST (Certified Surgical Technologist designation through a nationally accredited education program (i.e., National Board of Surgical Technology - NBST or Surgical Assisting - NBSTSA) and BLS. For immediate consideration please email your resume to [email protected].

Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations — Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess Hospital, Putnam Hospital Center and Vassar Brothers Medical Center in New York — plus multiple primary and specialty care physician practices locations, including The Heart Center, a leading provider of cardiology care. Non-acute care is offered through various affiliates,

Location: Sharon-Sharon Hospital 50 Hospital Hill Road

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours: 0.01

FTE: 0.010000

Work Schedule: DAY 8.5

Work Shift: per diem M-F, 7am-3:30pm, plus on call shifts

Org Unit: 1445

Department: Operating Room

Exempt: No

Grade: S8

Salary Range:

$39 + shift differential and call pay

Title: Surgical Technologist

Reports To: Director, Surgical Services

Department: Surgical Services

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Purpose: This role assumes responsibility and accountability for the function of scrub technician assisting with the nursing care activities in the surgical services environment. Individuals apply learned principles in coordinating activities directed at assisting the surgical team in implementation of care. Population served based on scope of services in the department.

Essential Responsibilities:

Collects and utilizes available data necessary for the proper preparation of the surgical suite.
Performs proper sponge, sharps and instrument counts according to policy and procedure, demonstrated by lack of occurrences.
Maintains a safe surgical environment, assuring overall cleanliness of the surgical suite, proper placement of supplies to ensure a safe traffic pattern and verifies sterile processing through validation of integrity of sterile packaging.
Maintains patient confidentiality and provides safe patient care through clear communication and collegial working relationships.
Demonstrates knowledge of current trends and practices in the health care field, utilizing available educational materials and professional development opportunities.
Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe, therapeutic and cost effective manner, consistently checking all equipment for working order and reporting unsafe conditions.
Participates and complies with the results of quality assurance audits and findings.
Consistently demonstrates an application of surgical technologist knowledge to perform assigned functions.
Maintain and Model REACH Values (Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Compassion, Honor).
Demonstrates regular, reliable and predictable attendance.
Performs other duties as required.

Education and Experience Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent experience.

PREFER: One (1) year of operating room and surgical technician experience.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:

Basic understanding of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
Basic computer skills, i.e. MS Outlook.

License, Registration, or Certification Requirements:

Surgical Technician Certification through an accredited educational institution.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.

Environmental Factors

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Potential environmental exposures include, but are not limited to:

Bio-hazardous Waste
Blood Borne Pathogens. Job may require performance or tasks that involve potential for exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
Chemicals/Commercial Products
Experiencing challenging conditions where a professional attitude will be required
Exposure to Latex
Fumes or Airborne Particles
Interacting with a Diverse population
May be requested to work overtime or weekends for coverage
Noise Level – Varies from Moderate to Very Loud
Patient Care/Handling Duties
Radiation
Repetitive Motion
Required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials.
Risk of Electrical Shock
Shift Work
Vibration

Physical & Mental Requirements:

Requirement	Percent of Time Activity Required
Physical Strength and Endurance	None	1% – 33%	34% - 66%	67% - 100%
Standing			X
Walking			X
Sitting		X
Manual dexterity – using hands, fingers, or feet				X
Reach/Grasp at, above, below shoulder level			X
Visual acuity adequate to read information from printed sources and computer screens				X
Speaking / Hearing – Communicate clearly in person / over the phone / respond to questions				X
Ability to manage stress related to multiple priorities				X
Bending/Crouching/Reaching/Stooping			X
Lifting/Lowering/Pushing/Pulling/Carrying
0 - 10 lbs.			X
11 - 25 lbs.			X
26 - 50 lbs.			X
51 lbs. or greater		X
Equipment Usage	None	1% – 33%	34% - 66%	67% - 100%
Computer - Requires manual dexterity to operate keyboard			X
Power Equipment- Requires hand/eye coordination			X
Clinical Equipment – visual acuity & manual dexterity			X
Mental Requirements			Yes	No
Ability to perform duties that require flexibility and interpersonal skills in addition to sound judgment			X
Effectively verbalize instructions / important information in a pleasant manner			X
Ability to read / record data quickly and accurately and prepare forms/documents			X
Ability to prioritize appropriately			X
Ability to work and cooperate with managers, patients, family members, and employees at all levels to exchange ideas and facilitate the tasks at hand			X
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast paced environment			X
Ability to work in an environment with constant interruptions			X
Complex mental calculations			X
Physical & Mental Requirements may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks			X

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We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to assure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer

Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.