Certified Surgical Tech- Per Diem- Ten Mile Surgery Center

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Description: Purpose     The   Surgical Techn ologist   (certified   or licensed)   serves as a member of the surgical team,   responds to patient needs,   prepares / maintains resources (e.g.,   equipment, instruments,   supplies) &   provides safe, quality health care services & / or assistance for surgical procedure s   in accordance with level of experience, education ,   policies / procedures / protocols   & standards.   Note: “patients” refers to patients, clients, residents, participants, customer s, members   Essential Functions     Our Trinity Health Culture :   Knows, understands, incorporates &   demonstrates   our   Trinity Health Mission, V alues,   V ision, Actions & Promise   in behaviors, practices   &   decisions.   Work Focus :   P erforms   clinical   care   activities   (direct   or   indirect)   for   patient s   within the “scope of pr actice” laws   &   training received ;   Cares for   patients   safely   by assisting in   clinical care   services   or engaging in   administrative   activities   ( e.g., maintaining records or supplies)   that enhance   or improve   coordination , preparation & flow   of   the care experience .   Process   Focus :   Knows, understands   &   incorporates basic   or essential   area   of   practice (document, coordinate, communicate)   &   training standards .   Communication:   Uses   clear,   effective ,   respectful   language &   communication   methods / means.   Environment:   Performs work in a safe , engaging,   collaborative   & supportive   manner; Influences the responsible use of resources; Accountable for continuous self-development & supporting the growth   of   others.   Maintains a working knowledge   of applicable   f ederal, state   &   local laws/regulations, Trinity Health Integrity   &   Compliance Program   &   Code of   C onduct, as well as other policies ,   procedures   & guidelines   in order to   ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical & professional behavior   & safe work practices .   Functional Role (not inclusive of titles or advancement career progression)   Tech   /   S upport   III – skilled :   Licensed or   certified   role (direct   healthcare)   that s upports   the total peri-operative process;   Provides   intra-operative   patient care to patients   a s   directed b y   the Director of Nursing / Medical Director / Quality Committee(s) ;   Anticipates surgeon’s needs   in the use of   medical supplies,   instrumentation & equipment   availability &   readiness;   Maintains   a safe   & clean   operating room suite ; As sists   &   / or   ensures   documentation   & detailed records are kept ;   P erforms essential duties   & techniques   appropriate to role   /   function   / procedure ;   Participates in quality improvement processes ;   May serve as a resource (lead), role model &   /   or mentor.   Minimum Qualifications   H igh   S chool diploma or GED;   Current certification   from   accredited   Surgical Technology   program;   At least o ne (1)   year experience in a health care or military medical setting;   Meets requirements for applicable state(s) of engagement.    Additional   Qualifications   (nice to have)   Physical & Mental Requirements &   Working Conditions (General Summary)   Direct Healthcare Services / Indirect Healthcare / Support Services:     Exposure to conditions which may be considered unpleasant to sight, touch, sound   & /   or smell .    Occasional   Exposure to fumes, o dors ,   dusts , mists & gases, biohazards / hazards (mechanical, electrical, burns, chemicals, radiation, sharp objects, etc.) .         Occasional   Exposure to or subject to noise, infectious waste, diseases & conditions .        O ccasional   Exposure to interruptions, shifting   priorities   & stressful   situations .         Occasional   Ability to follow tasks   through to   completion, understand & relate to complex ideas / concepts, remember multiple tasks & regimens over   long periods   of time & work on concurrent tasks / projects .        Frequent   Ability to read small print, hear sounds & voice / speech patterns, give / receive instructions & other verbal communications (in-person   & /   or over the phone / computer / device / equipment assigned) with some background noise .        Frequent   Perform manual dexterity activities   & / or grasping / handling .        Frequent   Ability to climb, kneel,   crouch & /   or   operate   foot controls .        Occasional   Use a computer / other technology .        Frequent   Sit   with the ability to vary / adjust physical position or activity .        Frequent   Maintain a safe working environment & use available personal protective equipment (PPE) .        Continuous   Comply with   Trinity Health’s Code of Conduct, policies, procedures & guidelines .        Continuous   Ability to   provide assistance   in the event of an emergency.   Occasional   Direct Healthcare Services:   Perform activities that require standing / walking with the ability to vary / adjust physical position or activity .        Continuous   Lift a maximum of 30 pounds unassisted .        Frequent     Use upper & lower extremities, engage in bending / stooping /   reaching   & pushing / pulling .        Frequent   Work indoors (subject to travel requirements) under temperature-controlled & well-lit conditions.   Continuous   Encounter worksites (e.g., patient homes) or travel to worksites that may have variable internal & external environmental conditions .        Continuous   Perform work that involves physical efforts (e.g., transporting, moving, positioning & / or ambulating patients) .        Continuous   Indirect Healthcare / Support Services:   Perform activities that require standing / walking with the ability to vary / adjust physical position or activity.       Occasional   Lift a maximum of 30 poun