About this opportunity
Ridgeview Medical Center lists this Surgical Technician opportunity in waconia, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Purpose of Job
This position is responsible for providing surgical patient care and related services in the operating room under the supervision of the RN circulator to ensure a safe and efficient surgical environment.
Job Functions
Assesses surgical procedures and patient specific requirements with the circulating nurse to ensure proper preparation of the operating room.
Prepares and maintains the sterile operating field for the duration of each surgical procedure.
Assists the surgeon as needed during the intra-operative procedure. (Does not include Important Surgical Tasks: opening and closing, dissecting tissue, removing tissue, harvesting grafts, transplanting tissue, administering anesthesia, implanting devices and placing invasive lines).
Assists with room turnover in O.R. suites between cases.
Performs accurate instrument, sponge, needle, and blade count.
Assists a wide variety of surgeries including general, urology, ob/gyn, eye, plastic, cardiovascular, orthopedics, and nose and throat.
Participates in quality improvement activities as appropriate to position.
Serves as a patient advocate.
Interactions with and contributes to the professional development of peers, other health professionals and colleagues.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education/Work Experience
Graduate from an approved Surgical Technician program OR Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of sterile technique and handling of sterile equipment
Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions
Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above
Preparation and maintenance of a sterile field
Ability to work autonomously and as a team
Ability to work and multi-task in a high stress and fact paced environment
Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populations
Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above
License/Certification
Surgical Technician Certification (obtained within six months of hire) (grandfathered if hired prior to 4/2015) OR Current Practical Nurse licensure in Minnesota or if licensed in another state, a permit from the Minnesota Board of Nursing while the license application is in process.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross within 30 days from hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous surgical experience in a hospital or similar healthcare setting
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Compensation
Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials.
Benefits
Ridgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families.
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Worksite address
waconia, MN, 55387, US
Who can apply
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