About this opportunity
Allegheny Health Network lists this Surgical Technologist Extern opportunity in natrona heights, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
GENERAL OVERVIEW
This role performs prescribed surgical technologist procedures at a technical level under the supervision of a Surgical Technologist. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures, up to the level of documented competency, that require independent judgement and initiative.
Demonstrates competency in clinical skills (i.e. aseptic technique, sharps safety, instrument management, and specimen management). (40%)
Communicates pertinent patient data accurately and utilizes time management skills to organize and prioritize patient care activities. (30%)
Assumes responsibility for own professional development. (30%)
Other duties as assigned or requested.
Company
Allegheny Health Network
Job Description
GENERAL OVERVIEW
This role performs prescribed surgical technologist procedures at a technical level under the supervision of a Surgical Technologist. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures, up to the level of documented competency, that require independent judgement and initiative.
Essential Responsibilities
Demonstrates competency in clinical skills (i.e. aseptic technique, sharps safety, instrument management, and specimen management). (40%)
Communicates pertinent patient data accurately and utilizes time management skills to organize and prioritize patient care activities. (30%)
Assumes responsibility for own professional development. (30%)
Other duties as assigned or requested.
Qualifications
Minimum
Must be enrolled in a Certified Surgical Technologist Program
Presently enrolled, and in good standing, in a CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technologist program
Disclaimer
The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement
This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.
Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.
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Worksite address
natrona heights, PA, 15065, US
Who can apply
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