Travel Surgical Tech - $2,113 per week in Grand Rapids, MI

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Surg Tech in Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49503!

Pay Information

$2,113 per week

About The Position

Job Title : Surgical Technologist

Profession : Surgical Technologist

Specialty : Agency Staff

Duration : 13 weeks

Shift : Days

Hours per Shift : 10 hours

Experience : Minimum 2 years of experience scrubbing at a level 1 trauma center

License : Must have valid licenses and certifications

Certifications : Basic Life Support (BLS), Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Must-Have : Must live within one hour of the workplace

Description :

The Surgical Technologist is responsible for maintaining the preparation of the surgical suite.

This role includes the intraoperative handling of instruments and the maintenance of the sterile field.

The Surgical Technologist evaluates changing conditions during surgical procedures and makes appropriate responses as needed.

This position requires maintaining knowledge of surgical procedures and the principles related to those procedures.

The position may serve as a Preceptor.

An associate's degree or completion of an accredited school of surgical technology is required.

Candidates must be able to work effectively and efficiently as part of a team.

An aptitude for working with high-tech equipment is essential.

Attention to detail is crucial in this role.

Candidates should possess intact sight and hearing.

Good eye / hand coordination is required, especially when loading and cutting sutures and handling instruments.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills, are necessary.

Time management and organizational skills must be demonstrated.

Candidates must be self-directed and able to make quality, independent decisions.

Analytical and strong problem-solving skills are required, along with the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines.

The ability to maintain strict confidentiality is essential.

Active listening skills are important for this role.

Competency in the use of a variety of computer hardware and software systems is required.

Essential Functions :

Provides sterile instruments and supplies during surgical procedures.

Performs surgical sponge, needle, and instrument counts.

Creates and maintains a sterile and safe environment.

Prepares case tables with necessary equipment, sterile supplies, instruments, and medications / solutions for each surgical case.

Assists in positioning patients for surgical procedures and maintains a protective position throughout the case.

Works proactively with physicians to submit preference card changes and align specialties.

Suggests instrument set changes and works with identifying instrument sets that need attention.

Actively engages in cost-saving initiatives by discussing product usage with surgeons.

Completes all safety-related competencies and requirements on a timely basis.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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Job Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• BLS
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam

About Cynet Health

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