Operating Room Surgical Technologist - job 1 of 2

Overview

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Description

We’re looking for experienced operating room (OR) Surgical Technologist with at least 2 years of experience. Our Technologist are integral members of inter-professional teams in hospitals and clinics that are committed to outstanding patient care, driven by their expertise, compassion and operate at a higher level of practice.  Surg Tech 

• Assists surgeons and nurses with patients, equipment preparation, aseptic technique, and surgical procedures in the operating room.
• Prepares the operating room for surgery by assembling routine supplies, materials, instruments, and equipment
• Sets up and operates a variety of specialized instrumentation, manual and powered equipment.
• Follows procedures for pre and post-operative accounting of sharps, sponges and instruments used in the surgical set up. Accountable for the care and handling of instruments and equipment.
• Maintains inventory of sterile surgical supplies to ensure immediate availability and operates sterilization equipment for the proper sterilization of surgical instruments. Follows established sterilization policy and procedures.
• Observes patient for symptoms which may indicate a change in condition; reports significant observations to the appropriate member of the medical team for immediate attention.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the principles of sterile technique and infection control
• Prepares tissue and other specimens for laboratory analyses.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited surgical technology program or equivalent job training.
• Certification in Surgical Technology preferred.
• Must have two years of multispecialty experience.
• Must be able to function as a clinical expert in at least one service line and have the ability to float to other service lines, as needed.
• Specialty areas include: Colorectal, Complex GYN, Complex Neuro, ENT, General Surgery, Oncology Ophthalmology (Corneal; Retina Cell transplants), Procedures (aneurysm, craniotomy), Reconstructive Surgery (e.g. TRAM Flaps), Robotics, Surgical Oncology (Head & Neck, Skull based, HIPEC), Thoracic and Vascular.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required. 

Join our team today! The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [email protected]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.