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Surgical Technician - Operating Room - Per Diem
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the nurse manager or designee, the Surgical Technician, renders direct patient care according to the age and developmental level of the patient in accordance with the Code of Ethics for Nurses, ANA Standards of Care and the mission, philosophy, policies and procedures of Mohawk Valley Health System.
Core Job Responsibilities
Follow proper protocols and procedures for sharps, specimans and aseptic techniques during procedures.
Labels medications on the sterile field
Verifies operative procedure and site with patient and surgical team prior to commencement of procedure.
Coordinate and demonstrate the proper use and handling of supplies, instruments and equipment
Maintain an accurate instrument/sponge count
Sterilize and disinfect instruments
Render safe and appropriate care for patients during positioning and transferring using appropriate positioning devices
Recognizes emergent patient care situations and reports findings
Promotes and maintains overall cleanliness of the unit
Adheres to Infection Control program to prevent spread of infections, practice of standard precautions, protects self, peers, patients, and visitors from infection and uses appropriate personal protective equipment.
Perform other duties as required.
Education/Experience Requirements
REQUIRED
High school diploma
1 year of healthcare experience
PREFERRED
Completion of an approved Surgical Technician training program
Disclaimer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
Department OPERATING ROOM
Shift Variable
Shift Hours Worked 8.00
FTE 0.2
Work Schedule CWA-UFCSM - 8 HR
Employee Status A7 - Occasional
Union 2005 - CWA
Pay Range $26 - $38 per hour
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