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Surgical Technologist 1st Asst Full Time Days
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $63,840.00 - $105,120.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Job Description
DMC Harper University Hospital is a renowned specialty referral hospital located in Detroit, Michigan, that has distinguished itself in the fields of surgery and medicine. Known for its clinical expertise and innovative research, Harper University Hospital is committed to delivering exceptional patient care and advancing medical knowledge through its Centers of Excellence. These centers focus on key medical areas such as neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension management, stroke prevention, and heart failure treatment. The hospital's mission revolves around improving patient outcomes by employing state-of-the-art technology and maintaining a highly skilled medical team dedicated to excellence in... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- certification as a surgical technologist by an accredited certifying agency recognized by the Association of Surgical Technologists
- graduation from an accredited First Assistant program
- surgical First Assistant certification
- certified in CPR
- one to two years experience as a surgical technologist in an operating room setting
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- certification as a surgical technologist by an accredited certifying agency recognized by the Association of Surgical Technologists
- graduation from an accredited First Assistant program
- surgical First Assistant certification
- certified in CPR
- one to two years experience as a surgical technologist in an operating room setting
- interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively and efficiently with nursing and medical staff in stressful and emergency situations
- physical stamina for prolonged standing, walking, and lifting
- manual dexterity and visual acuity including ability to see fine discriminate detail, to pass instruments, cut sutures, hold retractors, etc.
- knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy required
Job Duties
- Scrubs on all types of operating procedures
- handles surgical instruments, sutures and sponges
- anticipates the needs of the surgeon, assisting as required
- maintains strict aseptic technique, identifying and correcting any breaks in technique
- maintains an accurate count of sponges, sharps and instruments
- assumes joint responsibility with the circulating nurse for ensuring that all are accounted for during and after the operation
- observes patient's condition while in the OR
- reports any changes to the staff nurse and/or anesthesia
- prepares for scheduled operative procedures, ensuring that necessary equipment, instruments and supplies are available and ready for use
- maintains a clean and safe OR environment
- cleans rooms and sterilizes equipment
- restocks OR with standard supplies and assists in updating surgical instrument sets
- maintains power equipment and specialty instrumentation within assigned specialty areas
- assists in the transportation of patients to and from the OR
- verifies patient identity
- assists with lifting and positioning of patient for surgical procedures
- provides direct assistance to the surgeon during surgery as first-assistant
- handles tissue
- provides exposure, sutures, uses instruments and provides hemostasis under the direct supervision of the surgeon
- facilitates surgical procedures by providing the surgeon with necessary surgical instruments, supplies and/or equipment
- participates in the orientation of new surgical technician personnel
- may assist as second circulator under the direction of a registered nurse
- prepares materials to be presented in department in-service education programs as assigned
- assists in the trial and evaluation of new surgical products
- provides input to managers in developing new policies and procedures for the department
- participates on committees as assigned
- performs other related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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