Surgical Tech Job Listing at MedStar Health in Clinton, MD (Job ID 158047)

Description

About the Job

General Summary of Position
Responsible for the scrub duties in simple to complex surgical interventions assess the instruments equipment and supply needs of each case assigned and is responsible to ensure that the plan of care developed with the team is implemented according to defined performance standards to ensure positive patient outcomes. The Certified Surgical Technologist is dedicated to providing a safe patient environment and accepts responsibility to assist in on-the-job training of new team members upon request.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• High School Diploma or GED required or
• Completion of accredited program in Surgical Technology. required

• Less than 1 year experience as a surgical technologist or graduation from a school of surgical technology program. preferred

• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist preferred
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.

• Ability to comprehend and follow the policies and procedures for MedStar Southern Maryland Center.
• Ability to read write and speak or communicate in English to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the position.
• Ability to demonstrate ethical behavior that supports the hospital's mission values and commitment to compliance with all federal state and regulatory laws. Inspires trust and exhibits honesty and integrity within the scope of daily activities.
• Exhibits professionalism courtesy and excellent customer service while interacting with patients guests and co-workers.
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to assist in the care and the preparation of the surgical patient by performing routine and delegated duties according to standards and policy.
• Ability to demonstrate and to organize and manage time and equipment effectively setting appropriate priorities.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently under time constraints and often in stressful situations.
• Ability to demonstrate skill and accuracy in communication both oral and written.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and physiology; progression of surgical procedures sterilization process aseptic technique and safety standards in a surgical environment.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical functions correctly.
• Ability to willingly adapt to hours of availability to variable changing needs.
• Ability to effectively function as a member of a collaborative team.