CVOR Surgical Technologist IV - Atrium Health Pineville Weekend Nights

37703 Atrium Health Pineville - Surgery RoomFull timeYes36

Friday, Saturday, Sunday nights 18:30-19:00

Pay Range

$28.55 - $42.85

Major Responsibilities

• Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application.

• Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure.

• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.

• Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment, and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with all aspects of room turnover.

• Assigned to heightened specialized procedures: neurosurgery and spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex orthopedics, and robotics.

• Performs duties according to department policy and procedure.

• Monitors surgical supplies and instrumentation for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used in a judicious manner, charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately.

• Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion.

• Attends in-services/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department related issues and participates in Performance Improvement Process.

• Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals.

• Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards.

• Serves as a preceptor, and a clinical resource to others.

• Assumes responsibility for individual specified unit clinical projects and oversees service lines as needed.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist.

• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider required.

• Current certification required through NBSTSA or NCCT.

• 5 years of total operating room experience in surgical technologist role required; 2 years of specialized training in one of the following areas, neurosurgery, and spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex ortho, and robotics required.

• Meets all ST III qualifications of Surgical Tech Ladder.

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to age-specific issues and data reflective of the patient's status.

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the following age groups:

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Works with occasional intermittent noise and exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, and chemicals.

• Ability to communication and write.

• Strenuous physical effort will require walking, stretching, bending, climbing stairs, twisting, and squatting or kneeling while performing tasks.

• May have lengthy periods of standing.

• Requires frequent use of side vision, lifting, pushing, and pulling.

• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds.

• Use of both hands and all fingers and is required to use hands for gripping, speed work and precision during the operation equipment/instruments and movement/positioning of surgical patients.

• Vision and hearing for distances of up to twenty 20 feet is required, depth perception and able to distinguish basic colors is required.

• Ability to work for lengthy, or irregular work hours, rotating shifts, working on hard surfaces, being near moving equipment, changes in temperature, humidity, and exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.