About this opportunity
Baptist Memorial Health Care lists this Technologist-Surgical II opportunity in jackson, Mississippi. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Summary
Functions under the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) guidelines for performance. Handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Assists surgical team during operation/procedure by arranging, inventorying and maintaining sterile set up for operation, and passes items as needed. Assists in preparation of surgical suite, moving patients, and in cleaning. Provides aid in exposure, homeostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out safe operation with optimal results for the patient within AST standards. Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
Assists in performance of procedures for the surgical patient in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures.
Assists in providing intraoperative care.
Provides and utilizes equipment and supplies based on patient needs in a safely and adequate manner.
Performs activities that demonstrate technical accountability.
Participates in ongoing educational activities.
Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Experience
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Minimum Required
Three (3) years of Surgical Technologist experience in an operating room or Certification through an approved accreditation body as required by the state in which services are rendered.
Education
Minimum Required
Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.
Training
Minimum Required
20 Hours of continuing education annually as required to maintain certification based on state laws
Special Skills
Minimum Required
Computer literacy. Be a member of a professional organization.
Licensure
Minimum Required
Hold current national certification through appropriate/approved accreditation body as required by state where services are rendered. BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE
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Worksite address
jackson, MS, 39200, US
Who can apply
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