NYC Health Hospitals | Surgical Technologist Level II |...

Since 1875, South Brooklyn Health has established its reputation for clinical excellence and culturally competent care. It has designations as a Certified Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) Center, an Advanced Primary Stroke Center, an accredited Baby-Friendly Hospital, a U.S. News & World Report high performing hospital. The hospital's staff is as diverse as the patients they serve. Interpreter services can be provided at any time of the day or night in over 130 languages. At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons. Work Shifts 10:30 A.M - 7:00 P.M Job Description Purpose: To assist in the care of the patient in the O.R. by performance of routine and delegated functions under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Assists in preparation of O.R. suite at the beginning of the tour. Assists Healthcare Professional in receiving, labelling and verifying sterile solutions and medications to be administered during surgery according to established protocol; may assist Anesthesia personnel. Verifies patient's identity, correct surgical site and correct surgical procedure. Assists in moving and positioning patient for surgery; adheres to established safety guidelines. Engages in appropriate gowning and gloving procedures in Peri-Operative setting. Assists healthcare professionals to perform non-invasive preparation of the skin's surface; drapes patients for surgery. Assists surgeon throughout the operative procedure, including anticipating instrument needs. Responsible for handling instruments and other sterile supplies to Surgeon; maintains accurate count of sponges, needles and instruments in Peri-Operative setting. Assists in the surgeon's provision of hemostasis during surgery. Holds retractor after placement by a healthcare professional during procedure. Maintains and monitors surgical asepsis during all procedures according to established guidelines. Prepares and applies bandages and sterile and non-sterile dressings to incision site; may prepare suture material as directed by surgeon. May assist with transfer of patient to the Recovery Room following surgery; provides nursing care as necessary and appropriate. Properly cares for and handles specimens taken for laboratory analysis. May assist with the cleaning of the Operating Room and replenishment of supplies once procedure is complete. Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization. May operate sterilizers, lights, suction machines and electrosurgical units; may assist with diagnostic equipment. Performs other related duties as assigned or directed by surgeon and/or other appropriate personnel. Participates in PI/Staff Development, Joint Commission and Infection Control activities as required. Provides age appropriate care to newborn, infant, toddler, preschoolers, school-age, adolescent, young adult, middle aged and geriatric patients. Minimum Qualifications For Appointment to Level I 1. Documented designation of Grandfathered status as a Surgical Technologist; or 2. Completion of an appropriate training program for Surgical Technologists in the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard or Public Health Service Commissioned Corps; or 3. Service in the federal government to the extent that the individual performed duties related to the practice of Surgical Technology. For Appointment to Level II 1. Hold and maintain a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. Note: Effective January 1, 2015, all newly hired incumbents to the title of Surgical Technologist must hold and maintain a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential and be assigned at Level II. In addition, any employee who functions as a Surgical Technologist will be required to annually complete fifteen (15) hours of continuing education in order to remain qualified to perform the functions of a Surgical Technologist at an HHC facility. Department Preferences •Knowledge and competency in aseptic technique •Infection control guidelines •Customer service •TeamStepps •National Patient Safety Goals If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button. NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes: Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week Retirement Savings and Pension Plans Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities Multiple employee discounts programs

Created: 2024-11-27