Surgical Technician - Certified - OR

JOB LOCATION – Wilkes-Barre General Hospital / OR

JOB SHIFT – (11am – 11pm)

A clinically competent surgical technologist works under the supervision of the registered nurse in delivering safe and effective care to the patient in the intra-operative period. Effectively interacts with patients and health care team members, while maintaining surgical department standards. Works efficiently with acutely ill patients, including emergency situations.

Position Qualifications

Education:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Program, Associates Degree, and keeps current with surgical procedures.

Experience/Specialized Skills/Aptitudes:

• Previous experience preferred.
• Should possess the ability to understand and react effectively to the unique needs and care of all patient population.
• Technical and mechanical ability, manual dexterity, knowledge of surgical procedure and techniques; sound judgment; ability to follow orders and deal with crisis, emergencies and stress situations; interpersonal skills.

Licenses/Certificates:

• Current BLS certification, must complete prior to end of orientation period
• Must meet one of the following requirements upon hire
• Must hold and maintain a certification from an accredited Surgical Technologist program;
• Has successfully completed training in an appropriate Surgical Technology program in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines or Coast Guard.
• Employed to practice Surgical Technology, where surgical technology was your primary job, in another health care facility within the past two years;
• Obtain certification within six months of hire.