Surgical Technologist - Adult Endoscopy - days

Requirements

• Education: Graduation from an accredited school/program for Surgical Technology required.
• Experience: No experience required. Previous hospital experience preferred.
• Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required:
• Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Tech in Surgery (TS-C) issued by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) preferred.
• Level 2:
• Experience: At least 3 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist required.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Tech in Surgery (TS-C) issued by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required.
• Level 3
• Experience: At least 5 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist required.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Tech in Surgery (TS-C) issued by the National Center

Benefits

Additional Information

Position Title: Surgical Technologist - Adult Endoscopy - days Department: Advanced Endoscopy Job Description: This position may be filled as Surgical Technologist 1, 2, or 3, depending on individual experience, education, and other qualifications. Special Benefits: Sign-on bonus up to $5,000 for qualified individuals Relocation assistance if moving 100+ miles Location: University of Oklahoma Medical Canter Shift: 40hrs/Week, 6:30am-5pm Advanced Endoscopy at OU Medical Center is a fast-paced, team-oriented environment committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care to the community and region. Our department is inclusive of all phases of care for endoscopy patients with highly knowledgeable and experienced team focused on clinical excellence, safety, and compassionate care. Our team supports specialties including general gastroenterology, advanced/interventional gastroenterology and pulmonology creating an environment with opportunities to learn and grow. Our culture emphasizes teamwork, professionalism, continuous learning, and support while maintaining a strong focus on quality outcomes and an outstanding patient experience. Location: University of Oklahoma Medical Center Shift: Full-Time -Multiple Shifts available Job Description The Surgical Technologist I is an entry level professional who works under supervision to provide technical assistance in an operating room, labor and delivery, or other unit performing surgical or invasive procedures. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Utilizes physician's preference cards to assist in preparing the operating room for the surgical procedure. Assists in maintaining and updating preference cards. Maintains an adequate supply of instruments and supplies to meet the patient's changing needs. Scrubs in and sets up instruments and supplies prior to procedure. Prepares sterile field by obtaining, opening, and arranging instruments and supplies anticipated for the procedure. Ensures continuous monitoring of sterile field once established. Assists in draping the patient and operative area. With nurse, opens and prepares the sterile field. Assists the nurse in correct identification of operative specimens for laboratory analysis. Remains attentive during surgery and provides additional instruments, supplies, or other items as needed. Remains attentive to sterile field and recognizes and corrects breaks in sterile technique. Delivers medications to the surgeon. Participates in sponge, needle, and instrument counts as directed by policy. Reports all drains, packs, implants, etc. to the circulating nurse and assists with application of dressings. Informs appropriate personnel of any potential problems regarding patient or procedure. Takes emergency action as required. Assists with post-operative processing of instruments and equipment. Cleans operating room areas and disposes of sharps from sterile field according to policy. Participates in evaluation of new products, methods, or equipment to determine quality. Acts as a liaison between physicians and management regarding instruments and supplies. Assists with patient transport as needed. General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned. Level 1:

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