Hanover, PA | Allied Health | Tracking Code: 92993
Surgical Technologist II - Operating Room at WHSC - Days
Job Description:
Under general supervision, provides technical services and assistance in the operating room at an intermediate level and in accordance with established procedures, protocols and regulations. Prepares operating rooms for surgery using appropriate techniques. Acts as a resource for Surgical Technologist I.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Meets all expectations of Surgical Technologist I.
- Prepares the operating room for cases by setting up table, instruments and supplies according to type of case.
- Prepares rooms between procedures and after terminal cleaning. Monitors and restocks supplies.
- Drapes patients for surgical procedures.
- Assists the surgical team during operative procedures. Demonstrates and applies advanced knowledge and proficient practice in the first scrub role in a majority of surgical procedures.
- Assists in maintaining correct count of instruments, sutures and sponges.
- Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards.
- Maintains aseptic techniques; actively monitors situations which could lead to breaches in aseptic technique.
- Assists surgeons during operations by retracting tissues under direction.
- Identifies and cares for specimens.
- Teaches scrub role to newly hired Surgical Technologists and RNs.
Qualifications
- Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training
- Graduate of a Surgical Technology program or LPN Program
- 2 - 3 years experience
- BLS certification
- Successful completion of a Surgical Technologist (ST) program sponsored by an entity holding nationally recognized institutional or programmatic accreditation and hold and maintains a ST certification from an accredited certification program OR Successful completion of appropriate training program for surgical technology in the United States Army, Navy, or Air Force OR Provides evidence of an ST certification from an accredited certification program OR Was employed to practice surgical technology as the individual's primary function in another health care facility at any time during the two years immediately preceding December 29, 2020.
- If LPN, must have current, valid State of Pennsylvania license as a Licensed Professional Nurse; Additional surgical technician certification not required; Expected to complete 6 months of clinical training as part of the on-boarding process in Periop 101.
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The borough of Hanover was settled in the mid-1700's as part of York County and is known for its fertile land and productive farming community. It is geographical located 19 miles southwest of York, Pennsylvania and 54 miles northwest of Baltimore, Maryland.
Because of its proximity to Maryland, South Hanover is a popular hometown for commuters and their families. The appeal is the affordable housing prices, reasonable Pennsylvania cost-of-living and pleasant community lifestyle. With convenient routes leading north, south, east and west, one can chart and easy route to major East Coast cities.
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