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Surgical Technologist III - Nursing L&D (24 hours)
Surgical Technologist III - Nursing L&D (24 hours)Tufts Medical Center • Boston, MA, US
Surgical Technologist III - Nursing L&D (24 hours)

Surgical Technologist III - Nursing L&D (24 hours)

Tufts Medical Center • Boston, MA, US
22 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Profile

Summary

This role focuses on

providing

medical and clinical support services to patients

In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Surgical Services duties : Responsible for medical services involving the excision or incision of a patient's body, such as interventional pain management and other procedures. This position also works to

provide

a safe environment for patients undergoing invasive procedures or surgery.

A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience.

This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and / or scientific / laboratory jobs.

An entry-level role typically

requiring

little to no prior knowledge or experience and requiring vocational or technical education

Work is routine or follows standard procedures, is closely supervised, and communicates information that requires little explanation or interpretation.

Job Overview

This position is an entry level Surgical Technician position who practices under the supervision of the surgical team in the Operating Room to deliver patient care throughout the perioperative experience.

ssists the Surgeon during surgery by

providing

the

appropriate instruments

and in

maintaining

and organizing operating room equipment.

erforms

according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and

objectives

of the department and hospital

Works cooperatively within department and other services to create a system of quality health care.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Before July 1, 2013, employed as a surgical technologist in a surgical facility;

OR Successfully completed a training program for surgical technology in the military; OR Graduated from an accredited Surgical Tech Program.

  • If employed as a Surgical Technologist after July 1, 2013, Surgical Technologist Certification (CST) is required.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
  • Duties and Responsibilities

    The

    duties and responsibilities listed

    below

    are intended to describe the general nature of work

    and

    are not intended to be an all-inclusive list

    Other duties

    and responsibilities

    may be assigned.

    1.

    Functions in a professional manner as the Surgical Technologist Operating Room on a wide variety and in all stages of surgical procedures.

    2.

    Maintains

    strict aseptic technique during set-up, patient draping and during surgical procedure.

    3.

    Scrubs on surgical cases,

    participates

    in surgery by organizing the instrumentation to the surgeon,

    participating

    in surgical counts.

    4.

    Selects and prepares the

    appropriate instruments

    supplies

    and equipment for

    surgical

    cases

    5.

    Performs related activities under the

    direction

    of the surgeon

    6.

    Performs all counts with the circulating nurse according to Operating Room policy.

    7.

    Manages all intraoperative medications

    in accordance with

    Operating Room policy.

    8.

    Manages surgical specimens according to Physician's orders and Hospital policy.

    9.

    Follows Operating Room procedures for the proper decontamination of instrumentation, equipment, and room turnover.

    10.

    Assists in the positioning,

    moving

    and transporting of patients as needed.

    11.

    Reports equipment and supply problems to the Charge Nurse, Service Lead or Clinical Nursing Director as needed

    12.

    When not

    participating

    on

    surgical cases,

    assists

    with positioning obtaining needed items during surgery and

    assist

    in room turnover activities

    13.

    Participates

    in Operating Room activities related to quality improvement, continuing education, orientation of new personnel and emergency preparedness.

    14.

    Remains

    knowledgeable about service specific equipment ensuring safe and efficient

    utilization

    15.

    Maintains a collaborative work relationship with peers and colleagues in order to create a positive work environment.

    Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work within the semi-restricted and restricted environment of the Operating Room and other Perioperative support areas.
  • Stands under hot surgical lights for prolonged periods of time.
  • Possibility of muscle strain from lifting patients and heavy equipment, shocks and burns from cautery units and autoclaves. Possibility of cuts from sharp instruments.
  • Frequent exposure to hazardous chemicals, blood and bodily fluids, extreme noise levels, radiation, lasers, drastic fluctuations in ambient temperature, etc.
  • Ability to wear a protective lead apron for extended periods of time and exposure to radioactivity, harmful anesthesia gases and septic infections.
  • Requires frequent lifting and positioning of patients, materials, equipment, power tools, instruments, etc.
  • Frequent contacts with patients,
  • physicians

    and nursing staff in Operating Room.

    Skills & Abilities :

  • Advanced knowledge of aseptic technique and infection prevention practices.
  • Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology,
  • microbiology

    and pharmacology to ensure that

    optimal

    patient care is provided.

  • Basic knowledge of computers, surgical
  • equipment

    and infrastructure.

  • Basic knowledge and skills necessary to
  • provide

    care to patients throughout the life span.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with staff, patients, physicians,
  • vendors

    and other departments within the hospital.

    Demonstrates

    essential knowledge in all procedures related to their surgical specialty

    area and

    has sufficient general knowledge to

    assist

    in other specialties as needed.

    At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.

    The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.

    Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.

    Pay Range

    $35.00 - $39.90

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