Surgical Technician Educator

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At Children's Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children's Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today. Please follow this link for a closer look at what it's like to work at Children's Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/ Job Summary The Surgical Tech Educator is a clinical resource assigned to clinical staff, students and interns in the surgical tech role. Essential Functions Orients new students, interns and staff to the department, including the hospital job description for Surgical Technologists, hospital and unit specific policies and procedures, availability and location of educational resources, and all safety precautions and emergency protocols. Assigns appropriate cases to new students, interns and staff; alters as appropriate to meet individual or department needs Monitors intern and staff progress utilizing 30-60-90 day check in process in collaboration with direct leader; Monitors student progress in collaboration with clinical program director/instructor Maintains clinical competencies; Shares accountability for identifying orientation needs to meet initial and ongoing competencies with staff, preceptors and leadership. Uses expert clinical knowledge to anticipate, assess, develop and implement education and resources for patient care staff Mentors and coaches staff in developing and enhancing critical thinking and decision-making skills in the process of implementing education. Provides input for employee introductory reviews through the onboarding and training process. Evaluates and maintains the formal system of orientation in collaboration with leadership to plan, develop, implement and evaluate orientation and staff development programs. Collaborates with unit CNS and RN Educator to develop and implement standards of practice Applies adult learning principles to training staff and in the development and review of learning tools. Education/Certifications Associate's Degree completion of an accredited CST program preferred or relevant experience. Minimum of 3 years current experience as a CST in an operating room required or 3 years current experience in an Operating Room as an RN and is proficient in scrubbing skills with a sound knowledge base of the procedural techniques applied in surgery required. 1+ years Pediatric experience preferred. CST-Certified Surgical Technologist - The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting required BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council Required Upon Hire required. Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law. Certifications/Licenses: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, CST-Certified Surgical Technologist - The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting

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