Surgical Tech I Full Time I University I Operating Room

Job Description

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One!

We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

Responsible for assisting the surgical team by acting as a primary scrub person who handles surgical instruments, supplies and equipment used in a specialized area during surgical procedures. Maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field. The Level II practitioner demonstrates a higher level of critical thinking and problem solving skills and has met the Surgical Technologist Level I criteria. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in The Methodist Mission, Vision and Values.

Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview

Responsible for assisting the surgical team by acting as a primary scrub person who handles surgical instruments, supplies and equipment used in a specialized area during surgical procedures. Maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field. The Level II practitioner demonstrates a higher level of critical thinking and problem solving skills and has met the Surgical Technologist Level I criteria. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in The Methodist Mission, Vision and Values.\n\n

What you will do

• Performs scrub duties to assist physician / surgeon during surgical procedures.

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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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Supervision Provided by this Position

Physical Demands

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Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Education :

Technical Degree or Diploma : Surgical Technology (Required)

Work Experience : Surgical Tech

Certifications :

BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association, Certified Surgical Technologist - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, Tech in Surgery TS-C - National Center for Competency Testing

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.