Surgical Tech II, Pediatric OR - $20k Bonus

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Organization : Murfreesboro OR

Job Summary :

At Vanderbilt Children's Surgery Center in Murfreesboro, TN, we're on a mission to provide exceptional surgical care to children - join us as an experienced Pediatric Surgical Technologist and be part of something extraordinary.

The Surgical Tech II facilitates patient care by assisting physicians / nursing staff before, during and after surgical procedures by creating and maintaining, a sterile field and providing the instruments and supplies required by the surgeons in a sterile manner according to established plan for patient care with occasional guidance. Is able to perform competently most of the cases in a given service / shift.

Position Shift :

• Full Time, Days
• Further details to be discussed during department interview.

Sign-On Bonus :

Relocation Bonus :

Who We Are :

Our pediatric surgery team at Vanderbilt Children's Surgery Center treats a wide range of conditions, from common issues like appendicitis and hernias to complex tumors and birth defects. We collaborate closely with pediatricians, anesthesiologists, and other specialists to provide comprehensive, family-centered care. Each year, our surgeons perform thousands of procedures for newborns through teens, specializing in every stage of surgical care - from diagnosis to recovery.

Required :

NBSTSA CST - National Board of Surgical Technologist and Surgical Assistants, Certified Surgical Technologist.

Exceptions : If a graduate of a surgical technologist armed forces training program, no certification is required.

Key Responsibilities :

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings.

These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health's reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South.

Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.

Core Accountabilities :

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues : Develops Self and Others : Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.- Builds and Maintains Relationships : Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas.- Communicates Effectively : Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services : - Serves Others with Compassion : Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service.- Solves Complex Problems : Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support : Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support. Ensuring High Quality : - Performs Excellent Work : Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements : Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department. Managing Resources Effectively : - Demonstrates Accountability : Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work / service. - Stewards Organizational Resources : Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources. - Makes Data Driven Decisions : Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error. Fostering Innovation : - Generates New Ideas : Willingly proposes / accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them. - Applies Technology : Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. - Adapts to Change : Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.

Position Qualifications :

Responsibilities :

Certifications :

Certified Surgical Technologist - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), Tech in Surgery TS-C - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

Work Experience :

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level : 1 year

Education :

Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE / Vets / Disabled.