Per Diem / PRN Level II - Surgical Technologist - $34 per hour
Company: Mass General Brigham
Location: Boston
Posted on: October 21, 2024
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Job Description:
Mass General Brigham is seeking a per diem / prn Surgical
Technologist Level II for a per diem / prn job in Boston,
Massachusetts.Job Description & Requirements
Surgical Technologist Ambulatory Treatment week day per diem 7:30a
to 3:30p Position Summary This is the second level of the surgical
technologist career ladder. Incumbents in this classification are
function as fully competent and independent, providing orientation
and support to other surgical technologists and actively
participates in organizational committees and initiatives.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities -- Provides for a clean, safe
and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care. Utilizes
aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials,
supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (e.g., assistance
with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical
area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture, and
related materials; anticipation of the Surgeons' needs; holding of
retractors, observing and reporting possible breaks in aseptic
technique; and assisting in maintaining a sterile, dry,
unobstructed field). --- May assist with proper patient safety
measures, i.e., safety strap application, protective padding and
arm-board placement under the delegation and direction of the
circulating nurse. --- In collaboration with the RN, assists with
the preparation and positioning of patients maintaining proper body
alignment of patient and self to ensure safety precautions. ---
Assists in the transfer of patients from stretcher to bed, ensuring
that the bed is locked and secure during transfer. --- Performs
appropriate counts with circulator to verify removal of all
countable items from surgical site in accordance with established
procedure. --- Receives (from RN) medication passed onto the
sterile field to be administered by the surgical team. Assists the
circulator and surgical team in accounting for amounts of
medications and irrigations administered. --- Handles all surgical
specimens according to procedure. Relates the type of specimen to
the circulator to ensure proper labeling. --- Ensures the
availability of equipment and supplies for any type of emergency.
--- Checks for expiration dates on sterile products and resolves
any deficiencies identified. --- Communicates essential information
of the constantly changing requirements of the surgical team, i.e.,
updating preference cards. --- Ensures the efficient and effective
cleaning of the operating room according to established protocols.
--- Cleans and restocks rooms utilizing knowledge of aseptic
technique. --- Disposes of all waste materials according to
established protocols. Pays particular attention to the disposal of
hazardous (knife blades) or infected material. --- Separates
instrumentation into appropriate containers. Follows individualized
protocols for the care and maintenance of specialized
instrumentation. --- Ensures the appropriate par levels of supplies
and the presence of necessary equipment and furniture to prevent
time consuming delays between procedures. --- Under the supervision
or direction of the RN, assists with and reinforces teaching and
emotional support for patient and family during the perioperative
phase. --- Makes appropriate use of supplies, equipment and other
resources helping to maintain a cost-effective program for patient,
unit and institution. --- Assists in evaluation of products,
equipment and systems which may have an impact on planning and
implementing the budget. --- Remains informed on personnel policies
and incorporates them in behavior as indicated. --- Anticipates the
needs of the surgical team to facilitate the smooth and timely flow
of the procedure. --- Functions in an on-call capacity following
individual hospital or unit policy for availability and response
time. --- Keeps current regarding developments in technical
instrumentation, trends and techniques through appropriate journals
as well as internal and external educational programs. ---
Participates in staff meetings. --- Technologists who demonstrate
high level of skill and expertise may act aspreceptors to new staff
members. --- Oversee case cart accuracy, review cases for the next
day and attend daily instrument huddle to discuss cases for the
next day including arrival of loaner trays. --- Collaborate to
update surgeon preference cards, participate in CPD initiatives,
and collaborate closely with CPD liaison. --- Ensure OR room
readiness and facilitate on-time OR starts & turn overs. ---
Provide coverage for breaks and lunches. --- Follow up with sales
reps regarding any new products or instrument issues and
communicate this to appropriate nursing and perioperative
departments. --- Partner with leadership team to facilitate
orientation and onboarding, lead oversight of clinical rotation for
trainees, develop and conduct service-related in-services, and
formulate continuing education in collaboration with leadership
team. --- Provide feedback to leaders and staff with the goal of
developing staff's professional growth, identify opportunities for
CSTs on the service to advance skill set and knowledge base, and
engage in professional activities; committees, policy development
etc --- Develops independent performance at the intermediate and
expert level in own service or cluster. --- May participate or
initiate quality assurance initiatives. - Skills, Abilities &
Competencies -- Ability to follow detailed instructions. -- Ability
to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and other
medical center personnel. Demonstrate strong verbal and written
communication skills. -- Must work cooperatively as part of a team
as well as independently. -- Knowledge of basic anatomy, medical
terminology, and treatment procedures commonly used in the
administration of anesthesia. -- Understanding of aseptic technique
and institutional infection control policies. -- Demonstrates an
awareness of and sensitivity to patient/family rights and
cultural/religious beliefs and age-specific needs. -- Knowledge of
HIPPA, Confidentiality and Privacy policies, plus emergency
protocols. -- Knowledge and understanding of service specific
specialty instrumentation and equipment. -- Ability to problem
solve. -- Demonstrated skills in teamwork, collaboration, and
communication. Receptive to feedback, participates in conflict
management. -- Ability to function independently in emergency
situations. -- Must have knowledge of patient care, aseptic
technique and be always conscious of both. -- Personal attributes
such as good judgment, dependability and initiative are necessary.
-- Must be aware of safety standards and hazards in the room. --
Must have knowledge of patient positioning and assist circulator
when necessary. -- Must have knowledge of care and handling of
surgical instruments. -- Must have knowledge of care and safety
hazards of all specialty equipment. -- Understands the normal and
recognizes deviation from normal within his/her specialty. --
Demonstrates expertise on the use and maintenance of equipment
and/or machinery required for area of specialty. -- Is aware of and
utilizes accepted standards of care and participates in the
evaluation of those standards. -- Must possess interpersonal skills
sufficient to interact efficiently with other members. -- Must
possess ability to work in frequently stressful situation requiring
quick action and adaptability to rapid change. -- Must recognize
that work requires ability to carry through with identified skills
as failure to do so may result in serious harm to patients, self or
co-workers, i.e., infections, injuries, prolonged surgical and
anesthesia times -- Serves on appropriate Hospital committees as
requested. Qualifications Education and Experience requirements --
High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited
Surgical Technologist Program (*see substitution below). ---
Current Surgical Technologist Certification is required within one
year from the date of graduation from a surgical technologist
program or have been employed as a surgical technologist in a
surgical facility on or before July 1st, 2013 or have successfully
completed a training program for surgical technology in the Army,
Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard of the United States
or in the United States Public Health Service (MA Senate Bill 2058,
December 2012). Graduates who have not obtained their certification
will have one year from the date of graduation from a surgical
technologist program to obtain their certification. -- Minimum of
two (2) years' experience as a surgical technologist in an acute
care setting required. Preferred experience: -- Associate degree
preferred. -- 4years' experience as Surgical Technologist in an
acute care setting is preferred. -- Committee and leadership
experience preferred. -- Basic Life Support (BSLS) Recruiter:
Honohan, Nancy A Mass General Brigham Job ID #3305340. Posted job
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